Senior Project Manager - Band 8A

Senior Project Manager

Location: Belfast
Salary: Band 8A. £55,690-£62,682 per annum pro rata
Duration: Full-Time, Temporary, with potential for extension

Application Deadline: 12 noon on Wednesday 4 November 2026

Apple Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager, Band 8A, on behalf of our public sector client within Information Technology Services (ITS).

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to support the development of a business case, working closely with customer representatives and internal IT teams. The successful candidate will take a lead role in coordinating stakeholder input, evaluating requirements and producing business case documentation within a time-sensitive project environment.

Key Duties

• Lead the development and preparation of a business case, working collaboratively with customer representatives and internal ITS staff.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs, objectives and requirements.
• Analyse customer business plans, policies, strategies and operational information to identify opportunities for ICT solutions.
• Assess business requirements and identify potential risks relating to system availability, supportability and capacity.
• Develop and evaluate options, including associated costs, procurement approaches and implementation timeframes.
• Identify appropriate ICT solutions, including opportunities for digital transformation and innovative technologies.
• Present findings, options and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure project documentation is completed in accordance with relevant project management standards and procedures.
• Liaise with programme management, project teams and other stakeholders to support effective coordination and delivery.
• Monitor project progress, risks, resources and budgets as required.
• Support effective communication and collaboration between customers, technical teams and other relevant parties.

Essential Criteria Applicants must meet one of the following qualification and experience requirements:

• Hold a university degree or professional qualification, or equivalent/higher, and have at least three years' experience in a project management role within a major organisation;

OR

• Have at least five years' experience in a project management role within a major organisation.

In addition, applicants must demonstrate:

• Experience leading an ICT project valued at over £100,000, or leading a complex workstream within an ICT project/programme valued at over £5 million.
• At least three years' experience managing teams of people.
• A recognised project management qualification, such as PRINCE2, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.
• A current full driving licence valid for use in the UK and access to a car upon appointment. This requirement may be waived where a disability prevents driving, provided suitable alternative transport is available as approved by the organisation.
• An Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI may be required before appointment.

Essential Skills and Experience

Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate:

• Experience personally managing and leading organisational change.
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Broad technical knowledge and awareness of emerging technologies and service developments.Strong analytical, planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with customers, technical teams and senior stakeholders.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV to Caroline at by 12 noon on Wednesday 4 November 2026.

Please ensure your CV clearly outlines your project management experience, relevant qualifications, ICT project delivery experience, team management experience and stakeholder engagement skills.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.