Programme Manager (Local Innovation Partnership Fund)
Are you an experienced project manager with a track record of success?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of the UKRI funded Great South West Global Autonomy Cluster LIPF (Local Innovation Partnership Fund) programme. This is a £20m five-year programme which aims to grow the regional autonomy cluster, working with a range of partners across the geography.
About the role:
- support the Programme Director and lead the day-to-day management and operational delivery of the programme, ensuring all programme activities, funding streams, partners and projects are delivered on time, within budget and in accordance with UKRI requirements.
- performance management and governance support.
- lead a small team made up of a Programme administrator and a grants manager.
You will be responsible for:
- leading the day-to-day management of the programme and its workstreams, including developing and maintaining detailed programme delivery plans.
- performance management and KPI monitoring, including monitoring progress against milestones, deliverables and outputs.
- leading the preparation of quarterly, annual and ad hoc reports for the funder, coordinating reporting inputs from partners and grant recipients
- risk management - managing the programme governance framework and monitoring delivery risks and ensuring mitigation plans are implemented.
For this role, you will need to be on site 3 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
This is a full time, fixed term role, working 37 hours per week until 31/03/2031 due to funding.
Company: University of Plymouth Salary: £48,337 to £57,666 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Plymouth Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Temporary Posting date: 23 Oct 2026 Closing date: 16 Nov 2026
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Programme Manager (Local Innovation Partnership Fund) in Plymouth employer: University of Plymouth
The University of Plymouth is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration in the field of LawTech and AI. With generous benefits such as 35 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and extensive professional development opportunities, employees are supported in their growth while contributing to a transformative educational experience. Located in a dynamic academic environment, the university fosters inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that all staff feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
