Project Manager (Policy

Salary:Grade C - £35,860 to £39,429

Hours: 37 hours per week.We also welcome applications from candidates seeking part‑time working and are open to discussing how the role can be structured to support this.

Location:The Union, Manchester Metropolitan University

Eligibility:Eligible to work in the UK

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives on momentum, clarity and making things happen. As Project Manager (Policy), you’ll be right at the centre of The Union’s student voice work: turning insight into actions and ideas into real change. You’ll manage the day‑to‑day running of the student voice programme, keeping plates spinning, projects moving and people aligned. Whether that’s planning meetings, tracking actions, managing risks or turning priorities into clearly scoped, outcome‑focused projects.

If you love bringing order to complexity and enjoy seeing plans come to life, you’ll feel right at home.

• Highly organised, with strong project management skills and attention to detail
• Confident managing multiple priorities and keeping complex work streams moving
• Skilled at turning insight into clear, actionable plans
• An excellent communicator, able to produce concise and compelling briefings
• Collaborative and relationship-focused, with the ability to work across teams and with partners
• Curious, proactive and motivated to make a real difference for students

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation at the centre of student life
• Work in a role where your impact is visible and meaningful
• Collaborate with passionate colleagues and student leaders
• Enjoy variety, autonomy and opportunities to shape how we work

Closing Date:9:00am Thursday 18th June 2026

Interview Date:Tuesday 30th June or Wednesday 1st July