Business Project Manager

Join to apply for the Business Project Manager role at UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) 2025-12-01 closing date. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate. Base pay range This range is provided by UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. 12-months Fixed Term AppointmentFull-time and part-time (0.6 FTE) applications considered. Business Project Manager (Strategy Delivery Manager) – Role We are looking for a strategically minded and collaborative Strategy Delivery Manager to identify and bridge gaps between our organisational strategy and the operational delivery of our world-leading science. This pivotal role will connect vision with implementation, ensuring that our structure, systems, and people are equipped to deliver on our ambitions. Reporting to our Finance Director, you will work closely with our Head of Strategy in the delivery of the next phase of our 2030 Strategy, ensuring that UKCEH’s business plans and operations are set up to achieve our organisational objectives and key results. Key responsibilities Leading business model development and organisational design – Coordinating the evaluation and enhancement of UKCEH’s business and operating models. Driving strategy delivery – Supporting the development and implementation of multi‑year business plans to ensure alignment with UKCEH’s strategic objectives. Bridging strategy and operations – Translating high‑level strategy into actionable plans and connecting strategic priorities with day‑to‑day operations. Engaging stakeholders – Facilitating collaboration across teams and directorates, and communicating strategy, progress, and outcomes effectively. Supporting strategically important projects – Overseeing multi‑stakeholder projects including within the cultural change programme, working closely with senior leadership to ensure milestones are met. Monitoring performance and evaluation – Tracking delivery against business plans and recommending adjustments based on evidence and stakeholder feedback. Required qualifications Demonstrated success in strategy development or business model design within complex or mission‑driven organisations. Project management expertise – holding a relevant qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP) or equivalent practical experience in managing multi‑faced initiatives. Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving ability, with a data‑driven and outcome‑focused approach. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, balancing strategic vision with operational execution. Outstanding communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills, including engagement at executive and board level. Experience in the research, academic, or scientific sectors. Experience collaborating with major consulting partners to shape and deliver organisational strategies or transformation programmes. Benefits and working arrangements 27 days annual leave (rising to 29 days after 5 years’ service) plus 3 days for Christmas closure. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant). Peer reward and recognition scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. 24‑hour, 365‑day support with physical, mental, social, health or financial issues. Visa sponsorship Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role and this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. Equal opportunity statement At UKCEH, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone – regardless of background, identity, ability, or circumstance – has the opportunity to thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from neurodivergent candidates and those with disabilities. We are happy to provide any adjustments or support you may need throughout the application process – please don’t hesitate to reach out. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we’d love to hear from you anyway. You may be just the right fit for this role or another within our wider team. #J-18808-Ljbffr