Technical Project Manager

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

Salary from £56,606 to £64,505 per annum inclusive with potential to progress to £71,157 pa inclusive of London allowance;

(salary is inclusive of a market supplement of £6,000 pa which is periodically reviewed)

The London School of Economics is a cosmopolitan university situated in the vibrant centre of London that specialises in the study of social sciences. Our Data and Technology Services division provides services to over 14,000 staff and student users.

We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to join our Project Delivery team. The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for the design and implementation of high-quality solutions to the School. They will work with colleagues across the LSE in the effective delivery of projects to scope, quality, and budget.

You will be responsible for:

• Designing and implementing Agile projects
• Leading multidisciplinary teams
• Managing the entire project management lifecycle
• Ensuring successful delivery of projects from inception to implementation and operational handover

Candidates should have:

• Substantial project management experience delivering technical solutions 
• Substantial experience delivering projects and products using effective project management methods, particularly Agile
• Knowledge of IT application development and technology-driven project delivery 
• Professional project management qualification or equivalent experience, Scrum Master qualification preferred

The ideal candidate will be an engaging and engaged team-player who excels at working with others to deliver change. You will be part of a growing and supportive team, working with stakeholders across the School on key strategic priorities.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and excellent training and development opportunities.

We are happy to discuss flexible working requests for this role.

For further information about the post, please see the how to apply document, job description and the person specification.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 8 April 2024 (23.59 UK time).

Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

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