Jobs in Swansea, United Kingdom

Do you have a passion for North Wales and a desire to see the region grow and deliver on its potential? Are you enthusiastic, committed and a team player? If so, this Growth Deal Project Manager role providing flexible working arrangements, a hybrid working model, generous annual leave entitlement and professional development opportunities in a supportive environment could be the role for you!

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to play an integral role in boosting the region’s economy in a way that brings in investment, creates jobs and sustainable growth. The role will give you the opportunity to work across our portfolio with a wide range of stakeholders in the sector, including local authorities, government, the private sector and our universities and colleges.

• Managing engagement with external project sponsors ensuring projects are developed and delivered to Growth Deal standards
• Supporting the development and delivery of current and emerging projects
• Engaging with stakeholders and participating in relevant sector discussions and networking
• Progressing applications for related funding opportunities
• Undertaking research as required to influence development and support the work of the wider Portfolio Management Office

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant field
• Relevant qualifications such as PRINCE2 or equivalent
• Knowledge and experience of planning, monitoring, and controlling projects
• Experience of developing and managing successful partnership relationships with key stakeholders across sectors locally, nationally, and regionally
• Proven ability to deliver under pressure and meet targets and deadlines
• Understanding of financial management practice

The team have adopted a hybrid working model with a mix of Llandudno Junction office based and home working. In return, you will receive a salary of £41,771-£44,075 per annum plus membership of the local government pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. This is a full-time role with Ambition North Wales; however, we will consider flexible working requests for the right person. This is a two year, fixed-term contract initially.

10:00am 22nd January 2026

All application documents will need to be submitted by this date. On applying you will be sent further instructions as to the application process. Interviews will be on the 5th of February 2026.

If this sounds like the Growth Deal Project Manager role for you, click the apply button online and we will contact you with the next steps in the application process. We look forward to hearing from you. North Wales is an excellent place to live and work, and you could play a key role in shaping its future.