Project Manager (Fixed-term, Internal only)

A skilled project manager, with experience of working in a Higher Education environment, is required to assist on delivery of multiple projects across Clean Aviation and the Sustainable Electric Propulsion CDT.

The successful applicant to this exciting role will be part of a small team responsible for the delivery of multiple projects. They will be responsible for supporting the management of deliverables, reporting, budgets and staff and must have the ability to manage the complex requirements of funders and partners. The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and demonstrable influencing and coaching skills. They will also need to possess excellent analytical and problem solving skills and be able to deliver a comprehensive range of solutions to stakeholders.

As well as managing all aspects of project delivery at the University of Nottingham, the role holder will assist on monitoring and reporting at the partnership level for the programme as a whole. Experience of EU funding and multi-institutional partnership working, along with excellent leadership, project management and monitoring skills will be essential, and a knowledge of the UK government's Industrial Strategy, along with knowledge and experience of researcher development and a research environment is desirable.

Candidates must be educated to degree level or have significant relevant professional experience and have proven their abilities in successfully developing and managing projects through to completion.

This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

Benefits include:
- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
- A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
- Generous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year
- Reward scheme granting bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
- Commitment to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
- Access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more