GLCCA Senior Programme Manager

Job Introduction

Job Title: Senior Programme Manager (£42,839 - £47,181)
Working Pattern: Permanent, 37 hours per week
Location: Lincoln (On-site)
Closing Date: Sunday 29th March 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 13th April 2026

About the role
Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA) is recruiting a Senior Programme Manager to support the implementation of major programmes and projects alongside other key corporate priorities. You will lead and manage complex, ambitious and innovative programmes, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards. The role includes undertaking new and untested activities, applying creative thinking and innovative approaches across diverse subject areas.

Reporting line and team leadership
Reporting to the Head of Programmes, you will supervise Project Development Managers and any staff temporarily assigned to support the development of a programme of work.

Key responsibilities

• Lead activities across major programmes, projects and key priorities, applying analytical and innovative thinking throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure project controls, documentation and governance are established and maintained, in line with GLCCA corporate standards.

• Manage conflicting priorities, address unresolved issues, mitigate risks and maintain progress.

• Develop stakeholder communication and engagement plans for each project.

• Lead ambitious project plans to realise programme benefits.

• Analyse complex data, interpret findings, and recommend amendments to operational practices and procedures where appropriate.

• Support GLCCA’s assurance framework for projects and programmes.

• Support the Head of Programmes with business case development and appraisal, including financial modelling and cost-benefit analysis.

• Prepare and present business cases, including analysis to inform financial decisions.

• Build effective working relationships across service areas, senior leaders and external partners across Greater Lincolnshire.

Essential requirements

• Qualified in an appropriate project management discipline, such as MSP / PRINCE2.

• Experience working at a senior level in project and programme management, managing complex programmes across the entire project lifecycle.

• Ability to demonstrate good analytical skills, using innovative and creative techniques to develop solutions.

• Excellent communication skills across a range of methods.

Desirable

• Experience leading others to accomplish team objectives.

• Experience implementing ambitious programmes and projects within a political context.

• Detailed understanding of the workings of a Combined County Authority.

• High level understanding of financial systems, including budgetary and monitoring systems.

• Excellent understanding of risk and issue management.

Employer
Please note, this role is with the Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA), not with Lincolnshire County Council.

Location and travel
 The role will be based on-site in Lincoln, with occasional travel across Greater Lincolnshire and to partner locations.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

How to apply
 Please upload your CV and complete the covering statement section of the application form. In no more than 1,000 words, explain how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Enquiries
If you have any questions about this role or the recruitment process, please email Caroline.Illingworth@greaterlincolnshire-cca.gov.uk.

Right to work and sponsorship
These roles are not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority does not currently hold a Home Office sponsor licence. Applicants must therefore have the existing right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Our values and transformation
 The postholder is expected to uphold GLCCA’s values and contribute to organisational transformation.

Safeguarding
 Safeguarding awareness is essential; all employees must follow GLCCA’s safeguarding policies when working with vulnerable individuals.

Adjustments and accessibility
We welcome applications from everyone. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the process, please tell us at the email above and we will make arrangements.