Transport for Greater Manchester
Programme Assurance Manager
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Independent Assurance Manager – Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Are you a suitable candidate?
Are you an experienced project or programme professional with a background in delivering major infrastructure schemes and the ability to provide assurance across large, complex projects or programmes?
If you have experience specialising in independent assurance and are looking for an opportunity to apply that expertise to a multi-billion-pound portfolio of transport infrastructure projects in Greater Manchester, we would love to hear from you.
Your Role
As a key member of our Audit, Risk and Assurance team, you will lead the provision of an independent assurance service, offering objective assurance opinions to the Executive and Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA).
This role is focused on assurance rather than delivery. You will leverage your experiences with major infrastructure projects to review, challenge, and support delivery teams to improve outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and agree assurance plans across a complex portfolio of infrastructure programmes
- Lead Gateway Reviews, health checks, and other assurance activities
- Provide clear, evidence-based assurance reports and recommendations
- Manage consultancy contracts and support a small team to ensure high-quality assurance delivery
- Build strong relationships across TfGM, GMCA, and partner organisations to influence and improve project performance
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About Us
You will report to the Head of Risk and Assurance and be part of a team providing independent assurance on a diverse, high-profile portfolio of projects, including:
- Cycling and walking schemes
- New interchanges
- Light and heavy rail systems
- Bus improvements
- Highway projects
Your work will contribute significantly to ensuring the smooth, safe, and effective delivery of these projects for the people of Greater Manchester.
Requirements & Skills
At TfGM, our values of Deliver, Care, and Adapt guide how we operate. We are seeking someone who:
Essential Experience & Qualifications
- Substantial experience working on major infrastructure projects or programmes, with a strong grasp of the entire project lifecycle
- Experience in providing assurance across complex projects or programmes, including the execution of Gateway Reviews, audit activities, health checks, or similar roles
- A solid understanding of project and programme management principles, methodologies, and governance
- The ability to review, challenge, and provide constructive, evidence-based recommendations
- Strong communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels
- Experience in leading and developing others, supporting team performance and progression
- A relevant project or programme management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ) or equivalent industry experience
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Benefits & Offer
This is a permanent role with an attractive salary of £75,370 – £84,830 per annum.
Flexible Working
We encourage candidates to discuss flexible working options at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply use the hashtag #talkflexibleworking to start a conversation to help achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Comprehensive Benefits
- Generous annual leave beginning at 28 days (excluding public holidays), increasing with tenure; options to accrue additional leave
- Free public transport across Greater Manchester, including rail or Metrolink access to/from work
- Local Government Defined Contribution pension scheme with:
- Life cover up to 3x salary
- Options to boost pension contributions
- Enhanced family support policies, including:
- Fertility treatment assistance
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for leave in unpredictable situations (specific service-related criteria may apply)
- Additional benefits:
- Wellbeing support
- Personal and Career Development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements past this role
- Financial and network support
For further details on our benefits andTfGM benefits, explore further on our [official website].
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