Do you want to do work that has social value. Seeks meaning, fairness, and the chance to help communities thrive. Do you want to grow into a change leader within a small but mighty organisation, where their work truly matters.

Public Sector Projects Delivery Lead (Social Innovation and Transformation)

Help us shape places where people thrive.

Are you passionate about making public services better for everyone? Do you love organising people?

Our client is a not-for-profit public service improvement organisation. They help councils, planning teams, universities, and healthcare services thrive—by placing people and wellbeing at the heart of change.

We're looking for a Public Sector Projects Delivery Lead to support our Client Solutions Director in designing, coordinating and delivering projects that help our clients create lasting impact.

You'll bring structure, energy, and ideas to meaningful projects—while learning, growing, and making a difference. If you're someone who thrives in collaborative environments, isn't afraid to speak up, and wants your work to matter, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do

* Support the planning and delivery of public sector improvement projects

* Coordinate timelines, actions, and reporting for clients and stakeholders

* Build relationships with local authorities, universities, and partner teams

* Contribute to process reviews internally and externally

* Support the improvement of software tools used by our clients

* Represent company at meetings and events

* Help tell the stories that matter—through reports, presentations and people-led insights

Preferred Professional Background

The person is more important than the background and experience but experience of any of the below would be advantageous.

* Early-career project coordinator with experience in local government or a mission-led organisation. Possibly worked in a council graduate scheme or supported digital transformation in a housing or planning team.

* Former local authority graduate trainee or NHS improvement associate with a collaborative mindset.

* Social enterprise or third-sector professional with experience in change, engagement, or project delivery.

* Planning or housing support officer looking to broaden into improvement work, storytelling, and systems change.

* Junior consultant with heart - someone who wants to move from corporate consultancy into purpose-led transformation.

* Graduates We welcome candidates from a variety of academic disciplines, especially those with the following Degree/Master's degrees (or working towards one): MBA, Public Administration (MPA), Project Management or Business Improvement etc

What we're looking for

* 2+ years' experience in project coordination, business improvement, or public service

* Strong organisational and planning skills

* Excellent communication—written, spoken, and especially listening

* A collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge constructively

* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

* Passion for equity, community, and storytelling

* A proactive, hands-on problem-solver who's ready to grow

It's a bonus if you have

* Experience in local government, social enterprises, or planning services

* Public speaking or workshop facilitation skills

* Familiarity with CRM tools like Capsule

* Knowledge of digital transformation in the public sector

Why join us?

* Purpose-led work that creates genuine social impact

* A collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven culture

* Small team = real ownership, real learning, and real support

* Projects that span consultancy, software, leadership, and community development

* An award-winning team that cares deeply about people and place