Corporate Project Officer
Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Join our Policy & Partnerships team and help shape how projects are delivered across Hertsmere Borough Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of the organisation, influencing major programmes and supporting services to achieve real outcomes for our communities. You will be part of a collaborative, supportive culture that values learning, partnership working and positive change, with the chance to make a visible impact.
You will work closely with the Corporate Strategy Manager to embed a consistent, high-quality approach to project and programme management. You’ll help develop new principles, tools and reporting frameworks, support Service Heads and Project Managers to deliver projects effectively, coordinate training and forums, and contribute to centralised monitoring and reporting to senior leaders. The role combines hands-on project support, data and reporting, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, public-service environment.
We are looking for a qualified or experienced project management professional who enjoys working with others to improve process and efficiency. You’ll bring strong knowledge of project and programme management, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a collaborative, problem solving approach. Experience in local government or complex organisational settings is welcome but not essential. We value inclusive, adaptable candidates who are customer focused, outcome driven and committed to learning, and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds who can bring fresh perspectives to our team.
The post is offered as a Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2028, on a full time basis (36 hours per week).
Benefits include:
- 27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays
- Local government pension scheme
- Flexi-Leave - accrue extra hours & exchange for up to 2 days leave per month
- Free gym membership
- Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)
- Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)
- Employee Assistance Programme
The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work up to three days per week from home.
Closing date: Monday 16th February, 10am
No Agencies – Direct Applications Only
Salary range
- £33,784 - £38,096 per year