Senior Business & Programme Delivery Officer

Senior Business and Programme Delivery Officer - Permanent, Full Time
PO4, £48,063 - £51,099

About the Climate and Inclusive Growth Directorate (CIG) Lambeth Council's Climate and Inclusive Growth (CIG) Directorate is dedicated to fostering positive change for our residents and businesses in Lambeth. Whether it's creating new homes, furthering work opportunities, nurturing creative spaces, or addressing the climate emergency, CIG is at the forefront of driving impactful transformations. Comprising three dynamic divisions — Economy, Culture, and Skills (ECS); Climate, Planning, and Transport (PTS); and Regeneration, Growth, and Housing (RHG)—CIG embodies a multifaceted approach to sustainable growth and development. The Role Are you someone who thrives on challenges and possesses excellent organizational skills? Join our busy Planning, Development & Delivery team within the Operations and Innovation (O&I) service in the Climate and Inclusive Growth Directorate. This role offers a diverse array of responsibilities, including project delivery, programme management for Planning Performance Agreements, and essential support functions for the planning and building control services. In this role, you will:

• Manage financial tasks to support the day-to-day operations of the planning and building control services within CPT, including invoicing, transaction journaling, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Oversee programme management of Planning Performance Agreements, providing insightful analysis of resource allocation and expenditure.
• Support various projects essential for the Directorate's needs, including internal stakeholder workshops, procurement initiatives, and performance analysis.
• Facilitate the monthly Directorate Assurance Board meetings.
• Aid in the recruitment process for Planning and Building Control Services.
• Conduct research to support briefings and benchmarking exercises.
• Manage direct reports efficiently, ensuring all tasks are completed to a high standard.

Requirements

• Strong mathematical and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of planning or other built environment services.
• Experience with back-office or simple bookkeeping tasks is advantageous.
• Ability to apply various methods to analyze data.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Key Attributes

• Adaptability: Embrace change with a positive attitude and a willingness to try new approaches.
• Quick Learner: Demonstrate the ability to swiftly grasp new tasks and systems, viewing mistakes as opportunities for growth.
• Effective Communication: Engage with others in a positive, tolerant, and pragmatic manner.
• Open-mindedness: Be receptive to feedback and unafraid to seek assistance when needed.
• Collaboration: Share experiences and insights in a collaborative and relaxed manner.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary and a 35-hour working week.
• Hybrid working arrangements, allowing up to three days per week of remote work.
• Professional training and development opportunities.
• Paid volunteer day to support our non-profit partners.
• Additional benefits, including a community pension scheme and Cycle Scheme.
• Participation in our five Staff Networks: Black, Asian and Multi-ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Description and Person Specification Recruitment TimelinesClosing Date: Midnight on Sunday the 26th of MayShortlisting: Week Commencing Monday the 27th of MayInterviews: TBC For more information about the role, please contact Clare Taylor at ctaylor1@lambeth.gov.uk or T: 0207 926 7168. Lambeth Council is committed to providing high-quality services and equal opportunities for all. We adhere to safer recruitment practices. Please note that we operate an anonymized application process. When uploading your CV or personal statement, please remove your personal details and replace them with your individual applicant number. As a Stonewall Diversity Champion and Living Wage Employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.