Service Lead - Projects - 05649

Are you an experienced leader looking to drive transformation and make a real impact in public service delivery? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Service Lead - Projects to join our Transformation Service and play a key role in leading and managing a portfolio of exciting projects

and initiatives.

The Role

As the Service Lead - Projects, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing a team of project professionals to ensure the successful delivery of high-profile transformation projects.
• Working closely with the Service Director to provide leadership and direction across the Transformation Service.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders to identify, scope, and initiate projects that drive service improvement and efficiency.
• Ensuring effective project governance, including the establishment of appropriate reporting structures and mechanisms.
• Monitoring and reporting on project progress, risks, and issues, providing timely updates to the Service Director and other stakeholders.
• Facilitating project boards and ensuring active engagement from project sponsors and stakeholders.
• Providing expert advice and guidance on project management methodologies and best practices.
  
  

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Extensive experience in leading and managing transformation projects within a complex organisational environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience in managing and developing project teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proactive and solution-focused, with the ability to navigate challenges and drive successful project outcomes.
  
  

West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
• Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.
  
  

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Interviews - 4th June 2026

In addition to the above benefits, you will be working in a supportive and inclusive environment, dedicated to making a positive impact in the local community.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gabrielle Mancini on 07771 387128 or email Gabrielle.Mancini@westberks.gov.uk.

This post is a Sensitive Post for the purpose of the Local Government Housing Act 1989 and the post-holder is therefore restricted from engaging in any prescribed political activities. In summary, this means that you are prohibited from holding political office and from involvement in any political activity within or outside the workplace. Full details of the restrictions can be found in the Council's Policy and Guidance on Politically Restricted Posts.