Programme Manager – IT Operating Model Transformation (12‐month FTC)

Programme Manager – IT Operating Model Transformation (12‐month FTC)

London | Hybrid (50% office) | Senior Manager Level

Are you a hands‐on Programme Manager with a passion for transforming how large IT organisations operate especially as they shift toward AI enabled ways of working? This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future state IT Operating Model for a major global firm, reporting directly into the Programme Lead.

With a technology estate of circa 500 people under the CIO, the scale, complexity, and visibility of this programme will give you a significant platform to make meaningful impact. This is a delivery focused role, perfect for someone who thrives in fast‐paced, structured environments and enjoys turning complex problems into clear execution pathways.

Responsibilities

• Define the overall cloud migration strategy, roadmap, and success metrics.
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, including CIO, CTO, Business Directors, and Product Owners.
• Lead the end‐to‐end delivery of the cloud migration programme across multiple workstreams.
• Align programme objectives with business goals, technology strategy, and security requirements..
• Manage and track risks, issues, dependencies, and interdependencies across a multi‐workstream transformation.
• Coordinate with onshore teams and external partners to ensure aligned, timely delivery.
• Prepare high‐quality reporting packs, including executive updates and steering committee materials.
• Facilitate planning sessions, workshops, and cross‐functional alignment meetings.
• Champion continuous improvement, benefits tracking, and lessons learned across the programme lifecycle.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience managing complex IT programmes or large‐scale transformation initiatives.
• Strong planning and scheduling capability (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).
• Experience working within structured PMO/governance environments.
• Ability to work across multiple workstreams, navigating interdependencies with confidence.
• Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, including senior leadership engagement.
• Vendor/third‐party management experience.
• Professional certifications (MSP, PRINCE2, PMP) beneficial.