Program Manager - Telecommunications

Hays; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed client is seeking an experienced Programme Manager in London for a 26-week contract to manage complex projects. This position requires strong programme management skills, business case development expertise, and effective communication. The role primarily involves overseeing programme delivery, team leadership, and stakeholder relationship management, with opportunities for extended work from home arrangements.

Benefits

Remote working access

Visibility to extend contract

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing complex programmes.
• Background in telecoms is a significant advantage.
• Ability to communicate clearly and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of a large programme, initially observing external delivery provider.
• Lead a team of Project Managers in executing initiatives.
• Provide expertise in programme planning and risk mitigation.

Skills

Programme management

Business case development

Risk management

Communication

Job description

About the role

Our client is looking for an experienced Programme Manager, who can manage the end-to-end delivery of large programmes, ensuring they meet governance, reporting, and operational KPIs. You will take on complex projects and drive them to successful completion.

Tell me more, tell me more…

Our client is currently looking for a new recruit in joining their team, please read on!

You can also ask our friendly recruitment team any questions you may have about the role, between 8:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday.

Shifts: Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week)

The must haves:

• Strong programme management experience with complex projects.
• Expertise in business case development, cost and benefit estimation, and risk management.
• Resilient and adaptable, with a focus on outcomes and results.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to drive actions through.
• Background in telecoms is a big plus.
• Adept at managing change and working with executive boards and shareholders.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of a large programme, initially observing an external delivery provider.
• Adapt and take over the programme, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Lead a team of Project Managers to deliver a programme of projects and initiatives successfully.
• Provide expertise in business cases, cost and benefit estimates, programme plans, and risk mitigation.
• Set and manage targets and milestones for delivery speed and quality.
• Foster a one-team ethos, optimizing delivery plans and efficiency with stakeholders and team members.
• Report project status, issues, risks, and financial monitoring to sponsor groups.
• Identify and manage dependencies within and across portfolios.
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders, including Directors

What’s in it for you? –

Our client loves to reward their people for doing a great job.

• This is a 26-week contract with visibility to extend.
• This role provides a remote working access from the comforts of your own home and only going to our state-of-the-art office in Reading/London/Leeds/Birmingham/Manchester for meetings.

Next Steps

Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly recruitment consultants will give you a call and talk you through the screening process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Telecommunications, Technology, Information and Media, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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