Job Description

Job Title: Programme Manager

Location: Windsor / Hybrid (1 day per week onsite)

Remuneration: £650 - £700 per day

Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract (9-12 months)

Overview:

Join our client, a leader in the Utilities/Energy sector, as a Technical Programme Manager! This is your chance to spearhead a large-scale transformation programme that is both dynamic and impactful. We're looking for a hands-on, delivery-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a knack for technical delivery and software integration. If you're ready to tackle challenges head-on and guide this high-profile programme through to success, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Lead the end-to-end delivery of a £20m+ programme, aligning with business objectives and timelines.

Build, structure, and drive the programme from inception to execution.

Coordinate 12 Agile delivery squads, ensuring clear ownership and deliverables.

Manage and influence senior stakeholders, providing updates and driving decisions.

Empower and align delivery teams and suppliers, ensuring accountability.

Oversee supplier and third-party management to meet commitments and milestones.

Drive delivery with a strong focus on outcomes and deadlines.

Maintain visibility of programme risks, dependencies, and integration points.

Technical Environment:

Salesforce

AWS

Dynamics 365 (FinOps)

Finance systems

Large-scale software integration landscape

Key Requirements:

Proven experience managing large-scale programmes (£20m+) end-to-end.

Strong background in technical programme management in software delivery environments.

Demonstrated experience with complex system integrations.

Experience working with multiple Agile teams at scale.

Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including C-suite engagement.

Experience managing suppliers and third parties effectively.

Ability to drive programmes forward under pressure - a true "get it done" attitude!

Ideally, you have been "battle-tested" from previous complex programme deliveries.

Candidate Profile:

A mature, experienced programme leader with a history of delivering large-scale programmes.

Strong delivery mindset - you plan, execute, and hold teams accountable.

Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building structure from scratch.

Able to translate between technical teams and business stakeholders.

No prior Energy/Utilities experience required!

Hiring Process:

1. Informal conversation

2. Formal interview with a wider stakeholder group

Ready to take the lead? Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with our client! Your expertise could shape the future of their transformation programme!

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