Project Manager (Organisational Closure & Transition - 12-18-month Fixed-Term contract)

The Bukola Group is an executive search and talent advisory consultancy partnering with forward thinking organisations across the UK.

As a trusted search partner, we support clients navigating complex, fast moving environments by securing exceptional senior talent.

We focus on leadership appointments that shape culture, sharpen strategy, and elevate operational performance.

Our work is guided by discretion, insight, and a commitment to delivering standout leadership talent.

You will be accountable for:

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and maintain a detailed closure project plan covering HR, property, finance, IT, communications, and operational exit tasks.

• Establish clear workstreams with defined responsibilities, timelines, and interdependencies.

• Ensure all tasks are delivered to time, quality, and compliance expectations.

2. Employee Support & HR Processes

• Work with HR to manage the full employee lifecycle relating to organisational change, including consultation, redundancy processes, redeployment opportunities, documentation, and support measures.

• Ensure legally compliant processes are followed at every stage and provide coordination support to managers and staff where required.

• Identify wellbeing needs, signpost support, and monitor potential people related risks. related risks.

3. Property Closure & Decommissioning

• Work with colleagues to coordinate all aspects of property exit, including dilapidations assessments, contractor management, supplier termination, safe disposal or transfer of assets, and building handover activities.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, statutory requirements, and property protocols.

4. Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Develop and deliver a structured communications plan for staff, managers, senior leadership, partners, and wider stakeholders.

• Provide consistent and clear updates, manage expectations, and ensure feedback loops are in place.

5. Risk & Issue Management

• Maintain a closure specific risk register covering HR, legal, operational, and property related risks. specific risk register covering HR, legal, operational, and property related risks.

• Proactively identify issues, assess impact, agree mitigations, and escalate when required.

6. Documentation, Governance & Compliance

• Ensure accurate documentation is created, maintained, and stored in line with organisational policies and statutory requirements.

• Support governance processes by ensuring appropriate approvals, records, and evidence are retained.

7. Resource & Asset Management

• Oversee inventories, asset disposal, equipment redistribution, and supplier/contractor transition or closure.

• Manage relationships with third-party providers involved in the closure process. party providers involved in the closure process.