Digital Programme Manager

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a dynamic Digital Programme Manager to deliver digital programmes that modernise council practices and improve resident and staff experiences. Based in Preston with hybrid working, you will lead planning, delivery and governance of complex programmes.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, manage timelines and risks, and apply MSP/PRINCE2 and Agile approaches to realise tangible benefits for the organisation.

Qualifications

• MSP/PRINCE2 Practitioner or Agile experience required.
• Proven track record delivering complex digital programmes in large organisations.
• Experience in business case development, risk and issue management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent programme management, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex digital programmes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, partners and stakeholders to embed digital solutions.
• Proactively manage timelines, risks and issues to achieve programme outcomes.
• Operate within MSP/PRINCE2 frameworks with robust governance and reporting.

Skills

MSP/PRINCE2

Agile experience

Programme delivery

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Salary: £57,447 - £62,132 per annum | Permanent, Full time 37 hours per week | Preston/Hybrid

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Are you ready to lead complex digital transformation at Lancashire County Council?

We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Digital Programme Manager to deliver digital programmes that modernise council working practices and improve the experience for our residents and staff.

As a Digital Programme Manager you will:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex digital programmes, to enhance service delivery, improve customer engagement, and streamline internal processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, external partners and stakeholders to embed digital solutions that deliver real business value.
• Proactively manage timelines, risks and issues to ensure the successful delivery of intended programme outcomes.
• Operate within frameworks such as MSP and PRINCE2, ensuring robust governance and reporting.

What We’re Looking For:

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. MSP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, Agile) or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of delivering complex digital programmes and realising benefits in a large organisation.
• Strong experience in business case development, risk and issue management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent programme management, communication, and leadership skills, with a proactive and flexible approach.

If you’re passionate about digital transformation and want to make a real difference for Lancashire, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 15/11/2026

Why join us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you, with opportunities to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• 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.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Local Government Reorganisation

The Government has confirmed that local government across Lancashire will be reorganised, with the current 15 councils being replaced by four new unitary councils covering North, South, East and West Lancashire from April 2028.

If you are successful in your application, you will initially join Lancashire County Council. However, as part of the planned transition, your employment will transfer to one of the new unitary councils from April 2028, subject to the implementation of the reorganisation and relevant employment legislation.

Throughout this period, our focus remains on delivering excellent services to our communities. By joining us now, you'll play an important role in shaping the future of local government and helping to build a strong new organisation that will serve residents for years to come.