Defence Programme Manager — Hybrid UK Delivery

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead defence programmes in the UK. This role involves managing projects from definition through to delivery, ensuring compliance within regulated environments. The ideal candidate must have proven experience in UK defence settings and strong project management capabilities across planning, risk, and stakeholder control. The position offers £50,000 to £70,000 plus benefits, including a car allowance and private medical insurance, with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Car allowance

Permanent health insurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering UK defence programmes within regulated settings.
• Strong project management capability across planning, cost, risk, and stakeholder control.
• Background in project management within defence infrastructure or complex delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Managing defence projects from definition through delivery and close‑out.
• Coordinating technical, commercial, and delivery inputs to maintain control.
• Operating within defence governance, assurance, and reporting frameworks.
• Using project data to support decisions and delivery confidence.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder control

Risk management

Understanding of programme controls

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead defence programmes in the UK. This role involves managing projects from definition through to delivery, ensuring compliance within regulated environments. The ideal candidate must have proven experience in UK defence settings and strong project management capabilities across planning, risk, and stakeholder control. The position offers £50,000 to £70,000 plus benefits, including a car allowance and private medical insurance, with hybrid working arrangements.