At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead critical cyber security projects that protect services and support communities.
- Company: Join Post Office Ltd, a vital part of UK communities with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27.5 days leave, competitive salary, bonuses, and extensive development opportunities.
- Other info: Embrace diversity in an inclusive workplace with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-profile role within technology transformation.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in cyber security project management and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 59576 - 70089 £ per year.
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Grade: 3A
Reporting to: Head of Transformation Delivery
Contract: Permanent
Location: London, Chesterfield (Hybrid)
What to expect
At Post Office, we're delivering one of the most significant technology transformation programmes in our history. As a Lead Project Manager - Cyber Security, you'll help shape and deliver critical cyber security initiatives that protect our services, support our Postmasters, and strengthen the resilience of a business at the heart of communities across the UK. This is a high-profile role within our Technology Transformation team, offering the opportunity to lead complex cyber security projects from concept through to delivery. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, operations, risk, and the wider business, ensuring transformational change is delivered successfully and creates lasting value. If you're an experienced project leader who thrives in complex environments and has a strong track record of delivering cyber security programmes, we'd love to hear from you.
What we can do for you
Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 27.5 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays
- Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity
- Annual car allowance
- Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution
- Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme
- 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service
- Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes
- Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & savings
What you’ll need to succeed
- Significant experience delivering Cyber Security projects within large, complex organisations.
- Proven track record of successfully leading projects through the full project lifecycle.
- Strong project management expertise, including risk, budget, dependency, and governance management.
- Experience delivering key project milestones and achieving strategic business outcomes.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leaders.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to make informed, data-driven decisions.
- Experience working in fast-paced environments with high levels of complexity and competing priorities.
- Experience delivering technology transformation programmes.
- Experience working within public sector or highly regulated environments.
- Professional Project Management qualification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
About Us
At Post Office Ltd, we’re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are. Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We’re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we’d love to hear from you.
Application Guidance
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we’ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact talentacquisition@postoffice.co.uk. We’re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.
Lead Project Manager in Chesterfield employer: Post Office Ltd
At Post Office Ltd, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and community impact. As a Branch Change Delivery Specialist in Scotland or the West Midlands, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 400 online courses. Join us in shaping the future of essential services while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our customers and communities.
