Programme Support Officer

Company: Leicestershire County Council
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Location: Glenfield
Job Description:

Job Description

Organisation:

Leicestershire County Council

Work Location:

County Hall LE3 8RA

Salary:

£33,129 – £35,493 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Working Hours:

37 per week

Contract Type:

Fixed Term (12 Months) or Secondment for 12 Months

Closing Date:

23 rd September 2026

Interview Date(s):

TBC

About The Role

Provide key administrative and coordination support to ensure the effective operation of the Integration Team. Support the Integration Service Manager by managing and servicing boards and meetings, coordinating programme and project reporting and assurance activities, including statutory returns, and collating and analysing project information to identify risks, recommend improvements, and support corrective actions where required.

About You

  • Educated to NVQ4 level in Project Management/Business Admin or appropriate experience to this level.
  • Experience of providing technical/administrative support to a transformation/change programme and developing, establishing and maintaining electronic knowledge and information tracking systems whilst using Experience of using Microsoft Office software including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, and MS Project
  • Experience of developing and implementing administrative systems and procedures for programme/project management including quality assurance, risk management and benefits realisation function.
  • Monitoring and maintaining financial records and providing reports and management information.
  • An awareness and understanding programme and project management techniques, including change management theory and good practice.
  • Understanding of public sector environment and governance requirements.

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer .

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For More Information Or An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Lucy Hulls Project Manager

Telephone: 0116 3058210

Email: lucy.hulls@leics.gov.uk

About Us

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we’re committed to making a real difference in people’s lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.

Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you’re starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you’ll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.

Benefits

For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following:

Our Recruitment Process

Our Organisational Values

Our Employee Benefits

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Posted: September 15th, 2026