Head Of Programme Management

SF Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of Programme Management to lead diverse projects in business and technology transformation. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background and a track record of delivering complex programmes on time and within budget. Candidates must be adept in stakeholder management and familiar with project management methodologies. This is a full-time office-based role with a salary of £75-£80,000 and additional benefits including a car allowance and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Pension - 5%

Holiday - 26 days + bank holidays

Life Insurance - 4x salary

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance - Family cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large scale transformation or technology-enabled programmes.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
• Demonstrable success in programme management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of large-scale programmes ensuring alignment with strategy.
• Manage all project governance, planning, and risk management processes.
• Coordinate resources to deliver complex initiatives effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Programme management

Budget management

Risk management

Project management methodologies

Job description

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Head of Programme Management to lead the successful end to end delivery of a diverse portfolio of business and technology transformation projects. This role will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic programmes across multiple business areas, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational priorities.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a track record of delivering complex, multi‑disciplinary programmes in fast‑paced or evolving environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of large‑scale, cross‑functional programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy and objectives.
• Manage all aspects of project governance, planning, budgeting, risk management, and reporting.
• Coordinate cross‑departmental activities and resources to deliver complex change initiatives effectively.
• Develop and maintain portfolio management processes to prioritise initiatives and manage dependencies transparently.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing programme delivery function, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with business stakeholders, senior leadership, and third‑party suppliers to ensure clear communication and accountability.
• Implement consistent project management frameworks, tools, and methodologies across all programmes.
• Support demand management and project prioritisation processes to align IT and business plans.

Measures of Success

• Successful delivery of key projects to agreed time, cost, and quality standards.
• Clear visibility and reporting across all programmes and portfolios.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and satisfaction.
• Effective resource and budget management across all delivery activities.
• Consistent application of programme management best practices.

What Good Looks Like

• Proactive, energetic, and delivery focused mindset.
• Confident communicator, able to translate complex delivery issues for business and technical audiences.
• Resilient and adaptable leader with strong influencing skills.
• Collaborative approach with a focus on results, ownership, and accountability.
• Attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading large scale transformation or technology‑enabled programmes.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams and matrix structures.
• Demonstrable success in programme and portfolio management, governance, and reporting.
• Experience working with both internal delivery teams and external suppliers.
• Commercially astute with confidence in managing budgets and contracts.
• Knowledge of recognised project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, MSP).

Package and Working Patterns

• Salary £75‑£80,000
• Car Allowance - £6k
• Pension - 5%
• Holiday - 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life Insurance - 4x salary life cover
• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance - Family level cover
• Manchester location
• Office based – this is not a role that can be successfully delivered remotely