Programme Manager

Reed Technology is working with a public sector organisation, currently seeking to hire a Programme Manager on a fixed-term contract basis until February 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the delivery of a complex, multi-workstream programme involving technology, data, and systems
  • Manage programme plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and budgets
  • Establish and maintain strong programme governance, including reporting to senior stakeholders
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage dependencies across multiple workstreams
  • Oversee service transition activities and ensure operational readiness for go-live
  • Engage with internal teams, external partners, and suppliers to ensure aligned delivery
  • Support delivery of data migration, system integration, and digital service components

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex programmes (not just projects)
  • Strong programme governance, planning, and risk management experience
  • Experience working across technology, data, and systems delivery
  • Experience managing cross-organisational dependencies and third-party suppliers
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills (including senior leadership)
  • Ability to manage competing priorities within a structured programme environment

Desirable:

  • Experience with workforce transitions within organisational change programmes
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise platforms
  • Experience working within or alongside the public sector
  • Programme management certification (MSP, PRINCE2 or equivalent)

Benefits:

  • Fixed-term contract until February 2027
  • Salary up to £78,930 / year (DOE)
  • Civil Service pension (28.97% employer contribution)
  • 30 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus 13 public holidays
  • Hybrid working

Job Details

Company
Reed
Location
Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£66,924 - £78,930 per annum, Inc benefits
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