Overview We’re looking for an experienced Head of ProgrammeManagement to lead the successful end to end delivery of a diverse portfolio of business and technology transformation projects. This role will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic programmes across multiple business areas, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational priorities. … and resources to deliver complex change initiatives effectively. Develop and maintain portfolio management processes to prioritise initiatives and manage dependencies transparently. Lead and develop a high-performing programme delivery function, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage relationships with business stakeholders, senior leadership, and third-party suppliers to ensure clear communication and accountability. Implement consistent project management … standards. Clear visibility and reporting across all programmes and portfolios. Strong stakeholder engagement and satisfaction. Effective resource and budget management across all delivery activities. Consistent application of programmemanagement best practices. What Good Looks Like Proactive, energetic, and delivery focused mindset. Confident communicator, able to translate complex delivery issues for business and technical audiences. Resilient More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £75000 - £80000/annum Car Allowance, Private Medical etc
Overview We’re looking for an experienced Head of ProgrammeManagement to lead the successful end to end delivery of a diverse portfolio of business and technology transformation projects. This role will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic programmes across multiple business areas, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational priorities. … and resources to deliver complex change initiatives effectively. Develop and maintain portfolio management processes to prioritise initiatives and manage dependencies transparently. Lead and develop a high-performing programme delivery function, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage relationships with business stakeholders, senior leadership, and third-party suppliers to ensure clear communication and accountability. Implement consistent project management … standards. Clear visibility and reporting across all programmes and portfolios. Strong stakeholder engagement and satisfaction. Effective resource and budget management across all delivery activities. Consistent application of programmemanagement best practices. What Good Looks Like Proactive, energetic, and delivery focused mindset. Confident communicator, able to translate complex delivery issues for business and technical audiences. Resilient More ❯
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
D2
D2 are an independent and growing, professional services business. Since formation in 2011, we have developed a comprehensive suite of programmemanagement capabilities. We combine our industry expertise with innovative thinking and digital products to develop close relationships with our clients our clients and deliver our commitments. We are actively engaged on some of the largest infrastructure … projects across the UK and Canada, performing to our mission statement: “Working together to develop intelligent programmemanagement solutions, helping to deliver a more sustainable world”. Overview of Role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Performance Associate with a Reporting bias to join our expanding, Manchester based, Programme Performance team, who are … supporting several high-profile Infrastructure Projects/Programmes. Additionally, this role will provide the opportunity to innovate and collaborate with our experienced Data Performance & Reporting community and award-winning Programme Performance team. Responsibilities: Working with project delivery teams—either embedded within a programme performance team or independently – the responsibilities will include: Driving implementation & continuous improvement in data and More ❯
Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Deloitte LLP
values lead every decision wemake and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it mattersmost . Connect to your opportunity Your role will involve: Leading programmemanagement functions on large scale transformation programmes Ensuring our transformation programmes are delivered with good governance Manage large delivery teams to design end-to-end solutions and … support their professional development Connect to your skills and professional experience To be successful in this role you are required to demonstrate the following competencies: Demonstrate extensive experience of programmemanagement on ERP implementations, across all phases of a programme lifecycle Extensive experience influencing stakeholders in senior client positions Thought leadership in latest delivery SAP programme methodology, phases and activities Expertise in delivering good governance of ERP implementations, including in risk mitigation, dependency management and effective programme planning Good knowledge of SAP products, including S/4HANA Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and gravitas to communicate with very senior stakeholders Leadership of large teams including onsite, offshore and third parties to More ❯
Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Capgemini
do. We combine strategy, process, people, technology, and data working across all sectors to transform technology, organisations, and society. W&O are made up of three capability teams, including Programme & Change Acceleration ('P&CA') which is the focus of this specific role. P&CA houses Capgemini Invent's transformation programme delivery and change experts. YOUR ROLE As a … strategies and new offerings, through the combination of existing assets or adopting new insights to enhance our Change Management approach and services. Playing a role in the Programme and Change Practice, enacting and delivering on the 2025 strategy. Contributing to the development of internal training pathways to upskill consultants in areas of strategic change management … delivery. Already hold or, willing and eligible to obtain (within 6 months), UK security vetting status of Security Check (SC). WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE: The Programme and Change Acceleration team is at the heart of the transformational consultancy services Capgemini Invent deliver for our clients. We act as Capgemini Invent's programme and change More ❯
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is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and ProgrammeManagement, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas. More ❯
is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and ProgrammeManagement, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas. More ❯
Oldham, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
the guinness partnership
size and complexity, across the full project lifecycle. Previous experience of leading a Business Readiness or Change Adoption workstream for a large project or programme. Experience of Change Management methods and standards with a proven track record of delivering readiness activities through the application of best practice tools and techniques. Significant Business Change experience and prior coverage of … the use of software delivery and collaboration tools. Experience of Social Housing Sector. Qualifications Essential: Recognised Change Management Qualification. Recognised Project Management Qualification. Desirable: Recognised ProgrammeManagement Qualification. If you’re interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria More ❯
Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
First Central Services
teams across a range of disciplines and locations Strategic and benefits leadership - ensuring the focus is on delivery of the strategy, desired business outcomes and benefits Senior stakeholder management - ability to constructively challenge, win the respect of and negotiate effectively with senior management up to and including ExCo level Leadership - the ability to look ahead and … others, cut through to the solution, with the ability to take reasoned decisions confidently and quickly Effective organisation, planning and understanding the key components of all plans Financial management - the ability to estimate and budget effectively, allowing for suitable contingency, and the ability to put together a robust and achievable business case in conjunction with Finance and business … drivers Experience of researching new markets and identifying/quantifying opportunities Strong stakeholder management experience within a fast paced, cross-functional environment Proven understanding of Project and ProgrammeManagement techniques in different change environments (Waterfall, RAD, SCRUM etc.) Proven understanding and experience in working within SAFe or other agile frameworks Significant understanding of IT systems More ❯
platforms such as 10x, Thought Machine, Mambu & Starling engine is essential. Managing requirements gathering and solution design: You will work closely with product owners, solution architects, development teams, and programme managers, leveraging agile methodologies throughout the software delivery lifecycle. This includes backlog definition, story mapping, writing user stories and developing design documents. Appreciation of emerging technology and trends in … capabilities in the market. Acting as point of contact for key Core Banking partners, managing relationships with them and ensuring their capabilities meet the need of our clients. Overseeing programmemanagement efforts and coordinating multiple interconnected workstreams to ensure alignment and successful delivery of core banking solutions. Collaborating with engineering and platform teams on tasks such as … defining architecture principles and solution designs that adhere to these principles, common architecture patterns and practices. Appreciation of emerging technology and trends in banking. Exceptional communication and client management skills, able to convey complex technology concepts and decisions to stakeholders within the business context. Been part of digital transformation project lifecycles in defining end to end solution designs More ❯
Manchester Area, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
health checks, risk assessments, and follow-up actions. Ensure full compliance with confidentiality, data security, and non-disclosure requirements. Business Development & Client Growth Collaborate with Sales and Account Management to identify new opportunities, shape innovative client solutions, and position the organisation to win new business. Showcase project successes internally and externally through case studies, award submissions, and thought … leadership. Take accountability for contracts and commercial terms, safeguarding the organisation from risk. Leadership & Professional Growth Lead continuous improvement initiatives in management and leadership practices. Align delivery with best practice in technology, experience design, and consulting. Champion innovation in digital technology and delivery processes. Support recruitment and talent development to enable sustainable organisational growth. Essential Experience & Qualifications 5+ … and design disciplines within digital delivery. Evidence of securing significant follow-on business with existing clients. Recognition for thought leadership or improvement of leadership practices. Current, recognised Project or ProgrammeManagement certification. Skills & Attributes Exceptional leadership with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams. Strong commercial acumen and understanding of complex project dynamics. Excellent interpersonal and More ❯
Manchester, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Crimson
Programme Test Manager - Data Centre Exit/AWS Migration - Greater Manchester Outside IR35 - £500-600 P/D 6 Months Hybrid working Please apply only if you have proven, hands-on experience with data centre migrations in an AWS environment. We are seeking an experienced Test Programme Manager to take full ownership of the end-to-end testing … strategy and delivery for a large-scale Data Centre Exit Programme, focused on the migration of on-prem infrastructure and applications to AWS Cloud. This is a pivotal, senior role requiring a hands-on testing leader who can be parachuted in to quickly assess the current landscape, define a robust test strategy, and drive delivery across multiple workstreams. You … Exit Programme. Oversee end-to-end testing across multiple application and infrastructure migration streams. Define and implement best-practice test governance, frameworks, and quality assurance processes. Collaborate closely with programmemanagement, engineering, and cloud migration teams to align testing with delivery milestones. Identify and manage testing risks, dependencies, and environments, ensuring readiness across all phases. Interested!?! Please More ❯
Programme Test Manager - Data Centre Exit/AWS Migration - Greater Manchester Outside IR35 - £(Apply online only) P/D 6 Months Hybrid working Please apply only if you have proven, hands-on experience with data centre migrations in an AWS environment. We are seeking an experienced Test Programme Manager to take full ownership of the end-to-end … testing strategy and delivery for a large-scale Data Centre Exit Programme, focused on the migration of on-prem infrastructure and applications to AWS Cloud. This is a pivotal, senior role requiring a hands-on testing leader who can be parachuted in to quickly assess the current landscape, define a robust test strategy, and drive delivery across multiple workstreams. … Exit Programme. Oversee end-to-end testing across multiple application and infrastructure migration streams. Define and implement best-practice test governance, frameworks, and quality assurance processes. Collaborate closely with programmemanagement, engineering, and cloud migration teams to align testing with delivery milestones. Identify and manage testing risks, dependencies, and environments, ensuring readiness across all phases. Interested!?! Please More ❯
SLOs), and ensure efficient incident resolution. Oversee the maintenance of existing systems, ensuring continuous improvements and prompt resolution of issues. Agile Delivery & Collaboration: Working closely with product, design, and programmemanagement, you will lead the engineering delivery aligning to the business objectives. Collaboration will be key as you engage with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external … code reviews, ensuring high standards, maintainability, and alignment with best practices. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence, and shared learning across the team. Hiring, Team Growth & Management: Manage team structure, budgets, resource allocation across projects. Hiring and onboarding new engineers, ensuring a seamless transition into the team. Coaching and mentoring engineers at all levels, tailoring your More ❯