Contract - IT Organisation Transformation Programme Manager

Deloitte LLP; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm is seeking a seasoned IT Organisation Transformation Programme Manager to lead large-scale transformation initiatives. The role involves close collaboration with HR, Legal, and Finance to drive significant organizational change, supported by expertise in IT operating models. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in programme management, with strong stakeholder engagement skills. This opportunity offers a competitive day rate under PAYE arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of extensive programme management experience in large-scale transformation.
• Proven track record of collaboration with HR, Legal, and Finance.
• Deep expertise in IT operating model design and implementation.
• Ability to lead significant organisational change and manage resistance.
• Strong understanding of programme management methodologies (Prince2, PMP, Agile).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of a transformation programme.
• Partner with HR to manage organisational design and culture change.
• Collaborate with Legal to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Develop business cases and track financial benefits with Finance.
• Monitor development of change management strategies for adoption.
• Identify and mitigate programme risks ensuring successful delivery.

Skills

Programme Management Experience

Cross-Functional Engagement

IT Operating Model Expertise

Strategic Acumen

Change Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Methodological Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Experience with Digital Transformation

Job description

Job Title: IT Organisation Transformation Programme Manager

Location: UK Remote

Target Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 12 months

Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)

Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an accomplished and highly experienced IT Organisation Transformation Programme Manager to lead a complex, large-scale transformation initiative. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record of successfully navigating intricate organisational change, working collaboratively across critical functions such as HR, Legal, and Finance, and possessing deep expertise in IT operating model design and implementation. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive transformation programme that delivers significant business value and sustainable change.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Leadership & Strategy: Lead the end-to-end planning, design, and execution of a complex organisation transformation programme, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner extensively with HR to address people-related aspects of the transformation, including organisational design, talent management, culture change, and change readiness.
• Legal & Compliance Integration: Collaborate closely with Legal to ensure all transformation activities comply with regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and mitigate legal risks.
• Financial Management & Impact: Work hand-in-hand with Finance to develop robust business cases, manage programme budgets, track financial benefits, and ensure fiscal responsibility throughout the transformation lifecycle.
• IT Operating Model Expertise: Support the ongoing design and implementation of the new IT operating model and support artefacts.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership, executive sponsors, and key stakeholders across all business units, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Change Management: Monitor and support the development and implementation of a comprehensive change management strategy to ensure successful adoption of new processes, systems, and organisational structures.
• Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate programme risks and issues, developing contingency plans to ensure successful delivery.
• Governance & Reporting: Establish and maintain robust programme governance frameworks, providing regular, transparent reporting on progress, risks, and financial performance to executive leadership.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor cross-functional programme teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive Programme Management Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in leading and delivering large-scale, complex organisation transformation programmes within a corporate or consulting environment.
• Cross-Functional Engagement: Demonstrable experience in successfully collaborating with and influencing HR, Legal, and Finance functions to shape and execute transformation plans.
• IT Operating Model Expertise: Deep and practical experience in the design, implementation, and optimisation of IT operating models, including understanding of technology landscapes, service delivery, and governance.
• Strategic Acumen: Ability to translate strategic vision into actionable programme plans and drive execution with a clear focus on business outcomes.
• Change Leadership: Proven ability to lead and embed significant organisational change, managing resistance and fostering adoption.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
• Methodological Proficiency: Strong understanding and practical application of programme management methodologies (e.g., Prince2, PMP, Agile) and change management frameworks.
• Problem-Solving: Highly analytical with strong problem-solving capabilities, able to navigate ambiguity and complex challenges.
• Experience in a Big Four consulting firm or similar professional services environment.
• Experience with digital transformation initiatives.

IR35

As a means of managing tax, commercial and reputational risks, Deloitte prohibits the use of Associates through Personal Service Companies (‘PSCs’). All Associates must contract under PAYE arrangements through a Deloitte approved ‘Employment Company’ (aka ‘umbrella company.’)