Project Officer

3 weeks ago


Swanage, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

Summary Would you like to work in a beautiful place with an abundance of natural wild-life, breath-taking views and long stretches of golden sandy coastline? Are you dynamic, action orientated and determined?

We are looking for an experienced Project Officer to support in the management of a number of coastal infrastructure projects in Studland. You'll be playing a critical role, enabling us to deliver our coastal vision and supporting the creation of sustainableassets more efficiently and effectively.

What it's like to work here You'll be joining a team of people in Purbeck who are highly motivated and passionate about working at pace and scale for the long-term future of our places. You will have the flexibility to work from different locations (when appropriate); choosing theright location to suit the activity that you need to do, be that at one of our central or regional offices, our local property in Purbeck, Studland beach, the great outdoors or your home.

As a member of the South West Consultancy, you’ll be working alongside colleagues who are committed to achieving the National Trust’s ambitions across the region.

You'll be part of the organisation’s Project and Programme Management community, led by our central team with an ambition to establish a culture of excellence in project delivery across the National Trust.

What you'll be doing As a Project Officer, you will work alongside our experienced Project Manager who is responsible for creating a Master Plan that will inform a set of location based projects across Studland. You will also support in the development and implementation ofcurrent visitor infrastructure and coastal change projects.

Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you have:

- Some previous project management involvement and experience
- Strong written and verbal and communication skills
- Excellent people and influencing skills, enabling relationships externally and internally
- Ability to work as part of a team sharing learning and ideas
- PC Literate using MS software and other packages to intermediate level
The package The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice

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