Head of Digital Transformation and Project Management

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital transformation is seeking a Head of Digital Transformation and Project Management to enhance leadership and collaboration across teams. This role requires over a decade of experience in managing complex projects, strong leadership, and strategic oversight. The position offers a competitive salary and significant progression opportunities within a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on company performance

Holiday allowance up to 30 days plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Significant progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing complex IT/Software/Digital projects.
• 5+ years people management experience, with strong leadership skills.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and from a Global PMO function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a digital project management team of 6-12.
• Drive strategic projects and build stakeholder partnerships.
• Manage multiple portfolios and execute corporate initiatives.

Skills

Project Governance

Business Stakeholder Management

Agile

Waterfall

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Job description

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Head of Digital Transformation and Project Management, Coventry

Client:

IntaPeople: STEM Recruitment

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

IntaPeople are supporting a globally recognised organisation that, due to continued growth, now requires a Senior Leader to join their PMO function.

This is a unique opportunity for someone to enhance and transform leadership and collaboration across digital/software teams and wider business stakeholders. You will be responsible for outstanding people leadership and play a role in digital transformation programmes.

• 10+ years of experience managing complex IT/Software/Digital Projects and Programmes
• 5+ years of people management experience, ideally with Project Managers, Delivery Leads, Business Analysts, etc.
• Experience leading project management teams of at least 5-10+ peers
• Experience working via a Global PMO function
• Experience working with senior stakeholders
• Experience managing large-scale portfolios
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Knowledge of Project Governance and Business Stakeholder Management
• Senior IT Stakeholder and Business Leadership experience, with Governance Board exposure
• Strong understanding of IT and Digital business areas

As a People leader, you will develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and personal development plans for project managers and similar roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Digital Project Management team of 6-12 Project Managers and Coordinators across multiple global locations.
• Drive strategic, value-driven projects and build strong stakeholder partnerships.
• Participate in Digital Governance sessions and decision-making bodies.
• Champion industry best practices and foster innovation within the PMO team.
• Manage up to 12 direct reports.
• Be an articulate driver of change within the transformation team.
• Build a high-performing project management team.
• Enhance project management and leadership maturity.
• Manage projects ranging from £250,000 to £10 million.

The role involves leading Project Managers, overseeing their performance, and supporting their development within the PMO. You should be experienced in managing multiple portfolios and executing strategic initiatives in a corporate environment.

Role overview:

• Starting salary: £80,000 - £85,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Holiday allowance up to 30 days plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Bi-monthly travel to European sites
• Significant progression opportunities
• Hybrid working: 2-3 days onsite in South Wales near Cardiff (free parking)

***Candidates must be within a commutable distance of South Wales and willing to travel 2-3 days per week to the site.***

***Please do not apply if travel requirements do not suit your current needs.***

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