Senior Project Manager
ISS - Customer, Strategy & Governance
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £48,822 to £59,966 full time, fixed term
Closing Date: Sunday 11 January 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 22 January 2026
Reference: 0985-25
Lancaster University are looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to join our team within the Information Systems Services Department (ISS). This is an exciting opportunity to lead on the delivery of strategic and operational projects that enhance teaching, research, student experience, and institutional effectiveness. This is a fixed term role until 31st July 2026.
You will bring a proven track record of managing large-scale IT projects, with the ability to adapt quickly, manage competing priorities, and work collaboratively across academic and professional services teams.
You should have experience of working in close collaboration with project colleagues and wider stakeholders, building effective working relationships at all levels to ensure the success of the projects.
Full details on the responsibilities for the role can be found within the Job Description and Person specification.
Please ensure you provide a covering letter and CV as part of the application.
The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options to support a positive work-life balance. We would expect a minimum of 2 days a week in the office.
For internal University staff, a secondment opportunity may be considered for this role - please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply.
Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.
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