Principal Business & Programme Delivery Officer
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Principal Business & Programme Delivery Officer REF: 2409
Hybrid Working
PO5: 52674 pa rising in annual increments to 55710 pa inc LW.
6 Month Secondment Opportunity/ Fixed Term Contract and Full Time
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeths communities and residents through ourLambeth 2030 Plan Our Future Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are connected by purpose in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;Equity Ambition Kindness and Accountability. For more information please have a look at our dedicatedOne Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength with more than 130 languages spoken making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation Londons largest LGBTQ community and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
With exceptional schools lush green spaces including Brockwell Park cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomass Hospital Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team and the Role:
Our Planning and Development Delivery team is part of the forward-thinking Operations and Innovation service within Lambeth Councils Climate and Inclusive Growth Directorate. Were driving real change creating new homes boosting job opportunities nurturing creative spaces and tackling the climate emergency head-on.
Were national leaders in digital innovation working at the cutting edge of planning and building control services. From pioneering smart solutions to delivering advanced analytics and financial forecasting our skilled team is shaping a better built environment for all.
If youre passionate about innovation and making an impact this is the place to be.
The Role
Were looking for a proactive and motivated Principal Business & Programme Delivery Officer to join us on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a great opportunity to support the delivery of vital planning and building control services with the potential to contribute to an innovative Alpha project exploring digital transformation in Building Control.
Youll be a key officer working on key financial and operational tasks producing forecasting working papers improving systems and processes and managing day-to-day financial activities such as reconciling high-value income streams. Youll also support project delivery and contribute to wider strategic work across the Directorate.
If youre detail-focused adaptable and ready to make an impact in a high-profile service area wed love to hear from you.
What Youll Bring
- A sharp eye for detail and strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex financial data into clear actionable insights.
- Confidence using Excel to manage and reconcile large datasets - plus the ability to present your work clearly in Word and PowerPoint.
- A practical hands-on attitude: just as comfortable tackling routine financial tasks as you are contributing to bigger-picture improvements.
- A proactive collaborative mindset - youre someone who picks things up quickly asks the right questions and isnt afraid to get stuck in.
- Experience in financial or back-office support with a working knowledge of planning or the built environment considered a bonus.
We especially encourage applications from people from the Black Asian and Multiethnic communities and while the role is open to all applicants Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit.
For detailed qualifications and requirements please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
Job Description and Person Specification
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Stephen Barnes
Recruitment Timelines:
Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 10 August 2025.
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us youll gain access to a range of benefits including:
- Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black Asian and Multi-Ethnic LGBTQ Disability Young Professionals and Womens.
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid Working.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
- Discounts at local restaurants.
- Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
- Learning and Development opportunities including Apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
- Trade Union Membership.
How to Apply:
If youre interest in this opportunity click on the apply button and complete an online application.
In your supporting statement please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an A at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV and personal statement.
At Lambeth we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion a Living Wage Employer and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations please clickhere.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full Time
