Project Manager in Malvern

Salary: £40,000 per annum (FTE) plus excellent additional benefits

Contract: Full Time, 37 hours per week

Location: Malvern

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31 March 2027, with potential extension to March 2028

Are you an exceptional organiser who loves bringing people, projects and partnerships together? Our client is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to lead the delivery of impactful projects that connect businesses, education providers, stakeholders and communities. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys managing multiple workstreams simultaneously and has the confidence to engage with a wide range of partners at all levels. We're looking for someone who combines strong project management expertise with outstanding people skills.

The role:

• As Skills Project Manager, you'll be responsible for developing, managing and delivering a portfolio of skills-focused projects and initiatives.
• Working closely with partners from the public, private and education sectors, you will:
• Lead the planning, implementation and delivery of funded projects and programmes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, training providers and business communities.
• Coordinate activity across multiple partners, locations and delivery hubs.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Produce high-quality reports, updates and recommendations for senior stakeholders and governance groups.
• Design and oversee processes for enquiries, applications and project administration.
• Support the development of new initiatives, policies and approaches that improve outcomes.
• Commission and manage external suppliers and delivery partners where required.
• Plan and deliver presentations, workshops, events and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Promote projects through effective communication and awareness campaigns.
• Act as a key point of contact, ensuring collaboration and engagement across a diverse stakeholder network.

Skills and Experience required:

• An experienced project manager with a proven track record of delivering successful projects and programmes.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and building effective relationships.
• An excellent communicator, capable of influencing, negotiating and presenting to senior audiences.
• Comfortable facilitating meetings, workshops and events.
• A proactive problem solver who can work independently and collaboratively.
• Experienced in producing reports, analysing information and making recommendations.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to manage, analyse and present data effectively.

Desirable Experience:

• While not essential, applications are particularly welcomed from candidates who have experience in:
• Skills, employability or workforce development programmes.
• Grant‑funded projects or funding programmes.
• Policy development and implementation.
• Business support, economic development or education and training environments.
• APM, PRINCE2, MSP or other recognised project management methodologies.

Additional Requirements:

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous.
• Willingness to travel to locations across the county and occasionally further afield.
• Flexibility to attend occasional early morning or evening meetings and events when required.