Job Introduction
Transformation & Improvement Junior Project Manager
Salary: £38,383 - £46,221 per annum
Location: Leicester or Derby with travel to other DHU sites.
Contract: 37.5 hours per week
Deliver projects that improve services, outcomes and experience.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and organised Transformation & Improvement Junior Project Manager to join DHU Healthcare’s Transformation & Improvement team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with project management, service improvement or change management experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will support the delivery of transformation and improvement initiatives that help improve efficiency, clinical effectiveness, value for money, staff experience and patient outcomes across DHU Healthcare.
At DHU Healthcare, we are a team driven by compassion, respect and encouragement, where contributions are valued and every voice is heard. Together, we make a meaningful impact for our patients, colleagues and communities.
As a Junior Project Manager, you will plan, coordinate and facilitate the delivery of low-complexity projects, while also supporting larger and more complex transformation programmes under the guidance of senior Project Managers. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation and external stakeholders, helping to create clear project schedules, milestones and reporting so progress is visible and well managed.
You will maintain key project documentation, support agreed governance processes, manage risks and reporting, and help ensure projects are delivered to the required standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is proactive, organised and confident engaging with stakeholders, with the ability to analyse information, solve problems and support meaningful improvement across healthcare services.
As a Transformation & Improvement Junior Project Manager, you will:
- Plan, coordinate and facilitate the delivery of low-complexity projects
- Support larger transformation projects under the direction of senior Project Managers
- Maintain effective project documentation, including project plans, action logs, risk logs, highlight reports and meeting minutes
- Work with colleagues and external stakeholders to support clear communication and aligned ways of working
- Produce reports that clearly communicate project progress, impact, risks and outcomes
- Support governance, risk management, reporting and performance assurance processes
- Ensure project deliverables meet required standards
- Comply with information governance, data protection and confidentiality requirements
- Help identify and resolve problems, including constructively challenging the status quo
- Support improvement activity that benefits staff, patients and services
You’ll bring:
- Proven planning and organisational experience, including project management
- Training in project management, service improvement or change management
- A relevant project management qualification such as PRINCE2 Foundation, MSP or equivalent, or willingness to complete training
- Strong influencing skills and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
- Analytical skills and the ability to use qualitative and quantitative data
- The ability to manage a complex workload under pressure and prioritise deadlines
- A good standard of written English
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- A professional approach, with discretion and commitment to confidentiality
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work effectively within a team
For you, benefits that work.
We’ll support your health, happiness and future with benefits that put you first:
Access to the NHS pension scheme
Wellbeing support
Flexible working options
Career growth and development opportunities
For more information on the full range of benefits available, click here.
Learning, leading, shaping healthcare.
At DHU Healthcare, we support your growth at every stage of your career. With clear career paths, tailored training and the DHU Academy, you’ll have the tools and encouragement to explore new skills and opportunities, take the next step and make an impact.
From leadership programmes and apprenticeships to essential role-specific training, development is part of how we work and shape healthcare together.
Together, reflecting our communities.
We believe great care starts with people feeling valued, respected and supported. That’s why we’re proud to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome colleagues from all backgrounds.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates to share any support or reasonable adjustments they may need during the recruitment process.
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We’re proud to offer fulfilling roles with real opportunities for growth — plus training, wellbeing benefits and clear career pathways.
Ready to make the difference?
If you are organised, proactive and passionate about supporting projects that improve healthcare services, we’d love to hear from you.
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