Head of Programme Delivery

Network IT Recruitment Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Programme Delivery to oversee a major HR Systems transformation project in Milton Keynes. The role requires extensive experience in leading complex programmes and change initiatives, with a focus on stakeholder management and strategic oversight. The ideal candidate will take charge of delivering outcomes aligned with budget and objectives, fostering automation and data governance practices within the organization. This is a full-time position with an expectation of in-office attendance for 2 days a month.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading large-scale, complex programmes in HR or digital systems.
• Proven track record of delivering major change initiatives.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the HR Systems Project.
• Oversee planning, resource allocation, and reporting across workstreams.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and manage relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Programme leadership

Project management

Data governance

Change management

Automation and AI adoption

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Overview

Head of Programme Delivery (HR Systems Project) at Network IT Recruitment Limited. Location: Milton Keynes (Average 2 Days a Month In-Office). Contract: Fixed-Term (Finishes July 2026).

Network IT is recruiting for a Head of Programme Delivery to lead a major HR Systems transformation programme. This fixed-term role will take ownership of two high-profile workstreams – Systems, Automation & Innovation and Position Data & Establishment Control – ensuring delivery to time, budget, and strategic objectives. This is a hands-on programme leadership position, ideal for an experienced change leader with a track record of delivering complex HR, data, or systems transformations. The successful candidate will combine strategic programme oversight with detailed project management, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to drive adoption of new ways of working across a large, complex organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the HR Systems Project, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with institutional objectives.
• Oversee planning, dependencies, resource allocation, risk management, and reporting across both workstreams.
• Drive stakeholder engagement across People Services, Digital Services, Finance, Faculties, and Business Units.
• Manage relationships with 3rd party suppliers and partners, ensuring performance and value for money.
• Establish and maintain robust governance, reporting, and escalation structures.
• Champion adoption of automation, AI, and data governance disciplines, embedding new practices and behaviours.
• Maintain programme budget oversight, reporting progress and risks to leadership and governance groups.

Experience Requirements

• Significant experience leading large-scale, complex programmes in HR, digital systems, or transformation.
• Proven track record of delivering major change initiatives, ideally including SAP SuccessFactors or equivalent enterprise platforms.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, organisational design, and change management principles.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior/executive levels.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on delivery levels, driving outcomes at pace.
• Demonstrable people leadership skills, fostering inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing teams.
• Experience working within large, complex environments with diverse stakeholder landscapes.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Location and application details are subject to change. This description reflects the current role scope and responsibilities.