Project Manager - IT Services

Role Title:

Project Manager - IT Services

Location:

Liverpool Hope University, Liverpool

Salary

:£38,784 to £46,049 per annum

Liverpool Hope University is special institution, grounded in history and driven by a values-led approach to educational delivery. Liverpool Hope University is one of the UK’s most distinctive higher education institutions, recognised for its strong academic heritage, commitment to teaching excellence, and supportive community environment.

The role

The University is continuing to invest in its digital and physical infrastructure to support future growth, innovation in teaching and learning, and enhanced research capability. This role sits at the heart of that transformation. We are seeking a highly capable, delivery-focused Project Manager to join our IT Services team. Reporting to the Head of IT, you will lead and deliver a portfolio of projects with a strong emphasis on technology, digital transformation, and service improvement.

Responsibilities of the Project Manager - IT Services:

• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and risk management strategies
• Lead cross-functional IT teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure deliverables meet quality standards
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, security, and compliance risks.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, risk logs, and change requests

About you

• 5\+ years of experience managing IT projects in enterprise or corporate environments.
• Proven track record delivering projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams, multiple stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic planning, risk-aware decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits of working at Liverpool Hope University

Liverpool Hope offers its employees a full range of benefits:

Pay and Pensions

• Competitive rates of pay defined using the HERA job evaluation scheme
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions

Home and Family

• Generous Annual Leave Arrangement
• Opportunity for flexible working arrangements

Training and Development

• Induction training for all new staff
• Staff development opportunities

Health and Well-Being

• Hope Park Sports fitness suite and classes with discounted membership
• A range of food outlets with healthy eating options
• Staff counselling service
• Staff cycle scheme
• Support with lifestyle changes
• A range of social activities and groups
• On-site chapel, multi-faith prayer room and Chaplaincy
• Eye testing scheme

Due to the expected high volume of applications for this role, we may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date.

Closing Date:

Friday 5th June at noon

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Project Manager - IT Services

role, then please click ‘

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We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented within Professional Services at Liverpool Hope University.

Liverpool Hope University is a Disability Confident Committed employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.