About this role
Details: Permanent; full time 37.5 hours per week position. Working remotely/from home.
HQIP (Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to join our National Clinical Audit and Patient Outcome Programme (NCAPOP) team.
HQIP commissions and manages national programmes including clinical audits and outcome reviews, to drive improvements in clinical care across the NHS. The NCAPOP is at the heart of this work, delivering high-impact audits that measure and enhance the quality of healthcare services. NCAPOP supports clinicians, healthcare providers, and policymakers in making informed decisions that lead to better outcomes for patients. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a team that directly contributes to improving patient safety, care standards, and overall healthcare quality across England and Wales.
The post-holder will provide proactive project management input across multiple projects within the programme. The Project Manager will ensure that the commissioning and contract management run smoothly. The role is varied and requires the successful candidate to undertake a range of duties to support:
commissioning of new and existing audits and outcome review programmes contract management of providers to deliver these activities development of internal systems and processes to support programme-wide activities including reporting, guidance and policies management of the standard reporting procedure leading up to publication of outputs stakeholder engagement the smooth running of projects and act as a key liaison point for each provider throughout the duration of their contract.
To be considered for this role, you must have at least six-months of hands-on proven project management experience with well-developed and demonstrable planning and organisational skills.
How to apply
To apply, please download a copy of the job description and application form from the HQIP website and return the completed application form, together with the Declaration of Interest via the 'Apply' button above (e: [email protected]).
CVs sent without a completed application form will not be accepted.
For all roles you will be asked to provide evidence of your existing right to work in the UK at application and throughout the duration of your employment.
Please note that HQIP is unable to sponsor candidates at any stage of the application process or during employment with HQIP.
Closing date for applications: 23rd January 2026 at 5pm.
Interviews are planned for: 9th February 2026, online.
Due to the high volume of applications, feedback is only given to shortlisted applicants.
Further information
Please feel free to contact [email protected] or [email protected] if you have any questions about the position or the process.
£34,000 to £40,000 (Circa) depending upon experience