IT Programme Manager

Understanding Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced IT Programme Manager for a contract role focused on leading IT transition and transformation programmes within a high-growth organization. The position requires strong skills in stakeholder management and IT platforms like Oracle and Salesforce. Contract length is 6 months, with a daily rate of £800 - £1100. This role is hybrid, primarily based in Hertfordshire.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing end-to-end IT transition/transformation programmes.
• Strong background in M&A integration projects.
• Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex IT transition and transformation programmes.
• Work closely with project leads and senior stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless delivery across business-critical workstreams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

IT transition management

Programme governance

Risk management

Education

MSP, PRINCE2, AgilePM or equivalent

Tools

Oracle ERP

Salesforce

Microsoft platforms

Job description

IT Programme Manager (Contract)
Contract Length: 6 Months (likely to extend)
Location: Hybrid - Hertfordshire
Day Rate: £800 - £1100 Inside IR35
Start Date: ASAP

We're seeking an experienced IT Programme Manager to lead complex IT transition and transformation programmes, with a strong focus on acquisitions. You'll be embedded in a high-growth organisation delivering strategic IT change across enterprise systems such as Oracle ERP, Salesforce, and Microsoft platforms.

You'll work closely with project leads, senior stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless delivery and alignment across business-critical workstreams.

Key Experience Required

• Proven experience managing end-to-end IT transition/transformation programmes

• Strong background in M&A integration projects

• Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and coordinating cross-functional teams

• Deep understanding of enterprise IT platforms - Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft

• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills (incl. C-level)

• Strong grasp of risk, budget, and vendor management

• Proficient in programme governance, reporting, and PMO methodologies

Bonus Points

• MSP, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or equivalent qualifications

• Familiarity with hybrid delivery models and managing offshore teams

• Financial acumen and experience with budgeting large-scale IT programmes

IT Programme Manager (Contract)
Contract Length: 6 Months (likely to extend)
Location: Hybrid - Hertfordshire
Day Rate: £800 - £1100 Inside IR35
Start Date: ASAP

Please reach out to Ross Britton @ Understanding Solutions via LinkedIn or Email for more information.