Lead major transformation and improvement programmes spanning multiple directorates, ensuring they deliver meaningful and measurable outcomes.
Plan, design, and oversee programme activity, monitoring progress and removing obstacles to keep delivery on track.
Create and maintain strong governance frameworks, expertly managing risks, issues, and dependencies.
Oversee programme budgets, ensuring resources are used wisely and benefits are fully realised.
Manage and motivate programme teams, coordinating people and skills to deliver high‑quality results.
Drive innovation and embed sustainable business change, making sure improvements land effectively and last.

A professional or academic qualification in programme or project management — or equivalent senior‑level experience.
Significant experience delivering large, complex, cross‑organisational programmes.
Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
A strong track record of managing budgets, resources, and multidisciplinary teams.
Solid knowledge of programme and project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) and business change approaches.

A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year.
Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars.
Access to fantastic development and career opportunities.

Strategic Programme Manager – Transformation & Improvement

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