Digital transformation Programme manager - Exclusive to Vanrath

VanRath; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Job summary

VanRath is seeking a Digital Transformation Programme Manager in Northern Ireland to lead the planning, governance and delivery of a major, multi-year technology transformation. You will drive initiatives such as cloud migration, ERP/CRM implementations, data and reporting capabilities, and changes to ways of working.

You will work with senior leadership, external partners and internal teams to embed new systems, manage risks and budgets, and ensure delivery on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience leading complex programmes with multiple stakeholders.
• Proven experience delivering technology or digital transformation initiatives.
• Experience managing third-party vendors and implementation partners.
• Strong governance, reporting, risk management and escalation processes.
• Experience coordinating delivery across technical, operational and corporate teams.
• Experience with enterprise system implementations (ERP/CRM) and data platforms.
• Background in health, social care, voluntary or public sector environments would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, governance and delivery of the overall programme.
• Develop and maintain programme delivery plans and budgets.
• Coordinate delivery across technical, operational and corporate teams.
• Engage stakeholders and drive organisational change and adoption.
• Embed new systems and ways of working across the organisation.

Skills

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Budget & planning

Change management

Cloud/M365 programs

Vendor management

Strategic execution

Education

Degree in Information Systems, Business Management or related

Tools

PRINCE2

MSP

Agile PM

Job description

Job Description

Exclusive Recruitment Assignment This opportunity is being managed exclusively by VANRATH. All enquiries and applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. My client is a well-established organisation currently undergoing a significant multi-year Digital Transformation Programme and is hiring a Digital Transformation Programme Manager to lead the planning, governance and delivery of a wide-ranging technology transformation programme based in Northern Ireland. This is a key role within the organisation, responsible for coordinating multiple digital initiatives including cloud migration, corporate system implementations, data and reporting capability, and the retirement of legacy platforms.

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Opportunity to lead a major multi-year transformation programme
• Clear opportunity to influence digital strategy and organisational change

You will work closely with senior leadership, operational teams, corporate functions, technology providers and external implementation partners to ensure digital initiatives are delivered effectively, on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards. The organisation is investing significantly in modernising its technology estate and improving its data and reporting capabilities. The Digital Transformation Programme Manager will play a central role in establishing programme governance, coordinating delivery and ensuring that new systems and ways of working are successfully embedded across the organisation. As a Digital Transformation Programme Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of the overall programme. You will develop and maintain comprehensive programme delivery plans, establish governance frameworks, manage risks and dependencies, oversee budgets and timelines, and provide regular updates to senior leadership. The programme will include initiatives such as Microsoft 365 migration, enterprise system implementations including Finance, workforce planning and CRM, business intelligence and reporting development, cloud transformation and the retirement of legacy systems. You will also play a significant role in organisational change and adoption, ensuring stakeholders are engaged throughout delivery and that staff are supported through communication, training, adoption planning and the transition from legacy processes.

The Person

• Minimum 4 years' experience leading complex organisational programmes or projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Proven experience delivering technology or digital transformation initiatives within a structured programme or project management environment.
• Experience managing third-party vendors, implementation partners and technical suppliers.
• Strong experience establishing and maintaining programme governance, including reporting, risk management and escalation processes.
• Experience coordinating delivery across technical, operational and corporate teams.
• Proven ability to manage programme budgets, timelines and delivery plans.
• Experience supporting organisational change and adoption associated with new systems or processes.
• Experience delivering enterprise system implementations, such as ERP, CRM, workforce systems or data platforms, would be desirable.
• Experience working within health, social care, voluntary or public sector environments would be desirable.
• Experience delivering cloud or Microsoft 365-related transformation programmes would be advantageous.
• Strong programme management and organisational skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into practical delivery plans.
• Experience of leading organisational change or transformation projects.
• Relevant degree in Information Systems, Business Management, Project Management, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Project management qualifications such as PRINCE2, MSP or Agile Project Management would be desirable.
• Results-driven, proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Reliable, professional and collaborative working style.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to remain composed under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.