Transformation Programme Manager
Contract
Outside IR35
£500 per day
Hybrid working- 1 day in London, 4 from home
A skilled Programme Manager is required by one of our best clients to lead a long term digital transformation initiative across various portfolios. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an organization that is shifting towards a digital- and customer-first approach, driving innovative solutions to future-proof the business.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Management:
- Oversee transformative projects and initiatives across multiple business areas.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive programme plan, detailing milestones and dependencies tailored for various audiences.
- Monitor programme-level risks and maintain a RAID log, collaborating with project managers to proactively address issues.
- Manage a team of project managers on large-scale technical projects, supporting business change initiatives.
- Track and report on programme budgets, ensuring effective management of third-party services and resources.
Transformation Mindset:
- Work closely with transformation leadership to track benefits and communicate progress toward goals, making adjustments as necessary.
- Develop a governance framework and lead reporting to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and appropriate detail in communications.
Stakeholder Management:
- Serve as the primary contact for the transformation leadership team, providing regular updates on programme progress.
- Simplify technical concepts into actionable plans for diverse stakeholders.
- Facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams, aligning on timelines and milestones while ensuring accountability for deliverables.
Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours:
- Outcome-driven with a strong grasp of business adoption beyond project deliverables.
- Strong governance and budget management skills.
- Excellent communication abilities, adapting language for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven experience managing complex programmes, unifying cross-functional teams for successful outcomes.
- A problem-solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges and effectively socializing programme results.
- Keen awareness of project dependencies, with the ability to coordinate across multiple initiatives.
- Familiarity with technical delivery frameworks (Agile/Scrum), change management, and tools like Azure DevOps and MS Project.
- Strong leadership skills in dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
- Proactive mindset, capable of anticipating issues and developing effective solutions.
If you're a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced transformation environment, we encourage you to apply
Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.