| Location: | The Lumen, St James' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, various ‘spoke’ offices throughout the North East and remote working arrangements. |
| Salary: | £46,142 - £49,282 per annum |
| Contract: | Full-time, Permanent |
| Reporting to: | Programme Manager |
| Closing date: | 14 October 2025 |
The North East Combined Authority is seeking a dedicated experienced project manager with a passion for driving strategic change and delivering impactful outcomes. We’re looking for a dynamic individual to lead and coordinate high-profile projects across the North East Combined Authority. In this role, you’ll establish and manage project governance structures including steering groups, task teams, and delivery partners to ensure successful implementation aligned with our strategic objectives. You’ll be responsible for engaging stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope, making a real difference to communities across the region.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative strategies that improve outcomes for residents, particularly in work and health. You’ll bring strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills, along with a deep understanding of the North East labour market and its challenges. If you’re ready to make it happen, work as one team, and drive sustainability while promoting inclusivity, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package, including:
- Generous leave entitlement, starting at 27 days plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff) with an additional day off for your birthday.
- Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
- A generous employer contribution pension scheme.
- Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
- Progression and career enhancement opportunities.
If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the combined authority’s vision and values, we look forward to hearing from you.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. This includes welcoming individuals from a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds and valuing the unique perspectives and experiences they bring. We believe that a more representative team leads to better outcomes for all.
To Apply
If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact:
Faye Docherty, Programme Manager at faye.docherty@northeast-ca.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: 14 October 2025
For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk