Delivery Manager
Scottish GovernmentJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
SPPA is recruiting a temporary nine month Delivery Manager to lead the Records Management Solution project in Tweedbank, Galashiels, coordinating Nexus implementation, information reduction and change activities across multiple workstreams. You will use Agile and PRINCE2 to maintain plans, RAID logs and governance, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure delivery, adoption and benefits realisation to business as usual. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement between technical and non-technical teams and a practical blended delivery approach. Offer includes 35 hours per week with hybrid flexibility and two days on site; no Skilled Worker sponsorship. Apply with a concise suitability statement (max 500 words) by 30 August 2026 and prepare a short interview presentation.
We're responsible for protecting the financial futures of over half a million people , that’s around 1 in 10 people in Scotland.
If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive environment and a career with purpose, you’ll find it at the SPPA.
Our office is based in Tweedbank in the Scottish Borders, the train station is a short two minute walk away and offers regular services to and from Edinburgh Waverley, making it a convenient and well connected location for commuters.
The surrounding area offers access to green space, walking routes and a strong sense of local community, supporting wellbeing both in and outside of work.
Our modern office building is designed to support flexible and collaborative working, with spaces for teamwork, quiet focus and hybrid working. Colleagues benefit from a comfortable, welcoming environment that reflects our commitment to wellbeing and inclusion.
The Delivery Manager will be accountable for the successful delivery of the SPPA Records Management Solution Project, ensuring effective coordination of project activities, stakeholders, suppliers and governance arrangements.
Reporting to the Data Protection and Information Governance Manager, the postholder will lead delivery across multiple workstreams, including implementation of the Scottish Government Nexus electronic records management system, information governance improvements, G:Drive information reduction activity and alignment with Scottish Government digital programmes. The Delivery Manager will be responsible for maintaining delivery momentum, managing risks and dependencies, and ensuring the project delivers its intended business, compliance and operational outcomes.
The project includes preparation for, and implementation of, the Scottish Government Nexus electronic records management system, development of an organisational file plan, structured information reduction activity, and delivery of associated change management, training and adoption activities.
The Delivery Manager will work across business areas, Information Asset Owners, Digital and IT colleagues, Scottish Government stakeholders and suppliers to coordinate delivery and realise project benefits.
- Lead delivery of the Records Management Solution Project using Agile and PRINCE2 methodologies
- Coordinate delivery across multiple workstreams, including Nexus implementation, information reduction and change activities
- Develop and maintain project plans, RAID logs, milestone tracking, governance reporting and change control processes
- Engage Information Asset Owners, business stakeholders and system providers to define file plans, retention requirements and information governance controls
- Ensure project aligns with existing Scottish Government programmes and information management best practices
- Implement records management policies, procedures and governance arrangements to support compliance and operational effectiveness
- Monitor risks, benefits realisation, adoption measures and delivery performance to ensure successful transition to business as usual ownership
- Lead and influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, building records management capability, driving collaboration and ensuring delivery within agreed timescales, budgets and resources
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager
Technical:
- Agile and Lean practices - Practitioner Level
- Communicating between technical and non technical - Practitioner Level
- Planning - Practitioner Level
The above will be tested at interview via a presentation.
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Experience:
- Have abilities in PRINCE 2, Agile and Lean practices, adeptly showing and comparing processes, fostering experimentation, resiliently adapting, and reflecting, employing a blended approach depending on the context, measuring, and evaluating outcomes, and helping teams in managing and visualising outcomes effectively
- Have an ability to communicate between technical and non-technical stakeholders, adeptly interpreting their needs, managing stakeholder expectations, handling both active and reactive communication, and supporting or hosting difficult discussions within the team or with diverse senior stakeholders.
Applications are invited from eligible staff in Bands A-B for this vacancy. See guidance on Saltire for details on eligibility criteria: Temporary promotion.
Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
Vacancies close at 11:59pm on 30th Aug 2026.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by panel. Shortlisted candidates who are considered to have the skills and experience will be invited to interview and will be asked to prepare a short presentation as part of the interview with the hiring manager and another two panel members. The panel will recommend the candidate considered most suitable for the post.
Interviews are expected to be scheduled for 7th or 14th September 2026.
Skilled Worker sponsorship is not available for this role. As a result, we are unable to appoint candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must have an existing and ongoing right to work in the UK.
At the SPPA, we are committed to The Fair Work Framework. This means offering:
· Security and stability
· Flexible and hybrid working options
· Opportunities to learn and develop
· A respectful and inclusive working environment
At SPPA we want our workforce to be representative of Scottish society and we strive to be a workplace where people are welcomed and valued for the contribution they make.
We support flexible working and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, including those starting their careers, changing careers, or returning to work.
We are committed to removing any barriers to applying for our jobs and aim to offer support and make reasonable adjustments to allow full participation in the recruitment process