Programme Manager

The Programme Manager will oversee the successful delivery of technology projects within the public sector, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. This role involves managing resources, stakeholders, and time lines to achieve project milestones effectively.

Client Details

This role is with a respected organisation in the public sector, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions.

Description

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology programmes within the public sector.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives.
• Manage budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure successful programme execution.
• Robust Programme Infrastructure: Clear governance, reporting lines, RAID logs, and delivery plans in place
• Transparency & Auditability: Track progress, decisions, and changes
• Scalable Delivery: Teams enabled to grow and pivot as mini projects evolves and scales
• Trust & Engagement: with external partners (e.g. trial leads, data providers)
• Impact-Driven Execution: Workstreams delivering measurable improvements in trial access, data quality, and operational efficiency

Profile

A successful Programme Manager should have:

• Proven experience managing complex technology programmes in the public sector - ideally NHS.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to structure, roadmap, and align programme goals with organisational priorities
• Skilled in setting up decision-making frameworks, escalation pathways, and oversight boards
• Proactively identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks across delivery streams
• Agile & Adaptive Planning
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management.
• An understanding of compliance requirements within the public sector.
• A track record of delivering projects on time and within scope.

Job Offer

• An estimated salary of £54,000-£66,000, depending on experience.
• FTC 6-8 month Contract
• A fixed-term contract with opportunities to make a significant impact in the public sector.
• Home based
• Starting December 2025

This is an excellent opportunity for a Programme Manager to contribute to transformative initiatives in the public sector. If this sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply today