Job Description

Programme Manager
Wolston, England, United Kingdom
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Programme Manager

Location: Warwick, hybrid, 2 days in the office per week

Contract Length: 6 months

An organisation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Programme Manager to join a Programme Delivery team within Transformation and Major Projects. This is an opportunity to be part of a flexible central pool of programme and project professionals dedicated to supporting major deliveries across a large portfolio.

What You’ll Do:

As a Programme Manager, you will play a key role in steering high-impact programmes towards successful delivery.

Programme Planning:
Prepare and maintain the Programme Plan, with regular progress reports to ensure delivery remains on track.

Governance Leadership:
Design and lead the programme’s governance arrangements, ensuring high-quality materials are produced for executive governance.

Budget Management:
Oversee the programme budget, monitor expenditure, and ensure benefits are realised.

Resource Allocation:
Ensure the right skills and resources are allocated to individual workstreams for optimal performance.

Quality Assurance:
Ensure products and services meet required standards for quality, time, and budget.

Stakeholder Communication:
Manage communications with stakeholders and contribute to the Communications Plan.

Risk and Issue Management:
Identify and manage risks and issues at programme level, working closely with key stakeholders to identify the best solutions.

Holistic Change Delivery:
Oversee the delivery of business change, covering people, processes, and technology.

Programme Management Office:
Manage an effective PMO and report regularly on programme progress.

Contract Management:
Act as the first point of escalation for the primary third-party delivery partner, where applicable.

Who You Are:

Proven experience delivering transformational change of a strategic nature.

Strong background in operationally critical environments.

Proficiency in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Solid understanding of planning, monitoring, and controlling programmes.

Familiarity with budgeting and resource allocation procedures.

Confidence in engaging with and challenging senior executive stakeholders when necessary.

Why Join?

Flexibility:
Flexible working arrangements are available, including full-time and part-time options.

Collaborative Environment:
Join a team that values input and encourages innovative ideas.

Professional Growth:
Opportunities for personal and professional development while working on exciting challenges.

The organisation is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable adjustments can be provided during the recruitment process where required.