Assistant Programme Manager - London - TCM

McBains; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Programme Manager, where you will support the Senior Programme Manager in delivering impactful projects within the public sector. This role offers the opportunity to manage small work packages, engage with stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to sustainability and community impact, you will be part of a team that values social responsibility and professional growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic environment while contributing to meaningful projects that make a difference.

Benefits

Charity Community Day

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Private Healthcare & Dental

25 Days Holiday & Buy/Sell Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Career Progression & Competitive Salary

Team Social Events & Sports

Training & Development

Life Assurance & Season Ticket Loan

Professional Fees Paid

Qualifications

• Experience in managing small work packages in a public sector setting.
• Strong understanding of governance and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage small work packages ensuring effective planning and delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact for project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Programme Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Tracking Tools

Governance Compliance

Process Improvement

Education

Formal qualifications in Project or Programme Management

Tools

Smartsheet

Power BI

Job description

McBains East Sussex, England, United Kingdom

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Description

The Assistant Programme Manager will support the Senior Programme Manager in delivering estates, infrastructure, and operational transformation projects within a public sector environment. This role involves managing small work packages and programmes with guidance from the Senior Programme Manager, ensuring effective programme coordination, governance compliance, and stakeholder engagement. The role also supports wider programme activities by assisting project delivery teams in resolving challenges and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Programme & Work Package Management: Manage small work packages and programmes, ensuring effective planning, coordination, and delivery with support from the Senior Programme Manager.
2. Governance & Assurance: Ensure compliance with programme-level governance requirements, maintaining documentation, tracking compliance, and adhering to reporting standards.
3. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key point of contact for project teams, providing support in issue resolution, risk management, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
4. Reporting & Performance Management: Assist in programme-level reporting, ensuring alignment with PMO standards, templates, and performance monitoring processes.
5. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance governance processes, improve programme efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
6. Meeting Coordination: Chair programme-level meetings, stakeholder briefings, and work package review sessions as required.
7. Support Programme Oversight: Provide additional support to the Senior Programme Manager in overseeing larger programmes and managing interdependencies between projects.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Experience in managing small work packages or coordinating programmes within a public sector, estates, or infrastructure setting.
• Strong understanding of programme management principles, governance, and reporting processes.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and supporting project teams.
• Proficiency in project tracking tools such as Smartsheet, Power BI, or similar.

Desirable

• Experience with contract administration and compliance processes.
• Knowledge of capital investment, public sector estates, or government-led infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with construction programmes and the RIBA Plan of Work.
• Formal qualifications in Project or Programme Management (APM, Prince2, or equivalent).

Values, Culture & Benefits

• Business as a force for good: We are a social enterprise contributing to environmental and social initiatives.
• Net Zero by 2050: Committed to building a sustainable future.
• Charity Community Day: An annual day off to make a community impact.
• Sustainability Panel: Join our panel to influence sustainability initiatives.
• Give as You Earn: Support charities through payroll giving.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme: Participate in our climate-friendly travel scheme.
• Brewgooder beers: Monthly team drinks supporting clean water projects.
• Annual Performance Reviews: We support your career growth.
• Employee Assistance Program: Mental health and coaching support.
• The Better Way Award & Voucher: Recognize exemplars of our values.
• DEI Champion: Fostering an inclusive workplace.
• Team Social Events & Sports: Building team spirit.
• Employee Referral Scheme: Earn up to £5000 for successful referrals.
• Glassdoor Rating: 4.3/5 from our team.
• Professional Fees Paid: Supporting your ongoing learning.
• Private Healthcare & Dental: Prioritising your health.
• Eyecare & Travel Insurance: Supporting your well-being and safety.
• Career Progression & Competitive Salary: Limitless potential and rewards.
• Hybrid Work & Learning System: Flexibility and growth opportunities.
• 25 Days Holiday & Buy/Sell Scheme: Work-life balance options.
• Bike to Work Scheme & Pension: Sustainable commuting and financial security.
• Life Assurance & Season Ticket Loan: Additional security and convenience.
• Training & Development: Invested in your success.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Strategic Management Services

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