Program Planner

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global transformation programme seeks an experienced Programme Planner to coordinate multiple workstreams on a contract basis. This strategic role requires an expert in project management methodologies and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, ideal for leading transformative changes in a dynamic environment. If you are structured and resourceful, this is a high-impact opportunity for you to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Strong background in programme planning and project management across global environments.
• Excellent understanding of project management methodologies.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed, integrated plans across complex work packages.
• Manage cross-project dependencies and proactively address risks.
• Regularly report on planning progress and resource health to stakeholders.

Skills

Programme planning

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Resource management

Education

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Tools

Monday.com

MS Excel

PowerPoint

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We are looking for an experienced Programme Planner to join a global transformation programme on a contract basis. This is a strategic role at the heart of a complex, multinational change initiative—coordinating multiple workstreams, managing dependencies, and helping deliver meaningful change in a dynamic business environment.

Location: Remote UK

Start Date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities

Integrated Programme Planning

• Build and maintain detailed, integrated plans across a portfolio of complex work packages.
• Align plans with overall programme goals and timelines.
• Manage cross-project dependencies and proactively address risks and constraints.
• Collaborate with Work Package Leads to ensure plans are accurate, current, and actionable.
• Produce and maintain high-level dashboards, including "Programme on a Page" views for key meetings.
• Use planning tools including Monday.com, MS Excel, and PowerPoint with confidence.

Resource Management

• Create and maintain a central resource plan to manage supply and demand across the programme.
• Coordinate resource allocation from multiple departments and initiatives.
• Deliver clear, visual resource tracking outputs for leadership discussions.

Stakeholder Management & Governance

• Regularly report on planning progress, risks, issues, and resource health to senior stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain effective ways of working across the programme for RAID and plan updates.
• Continuously improve planning and reporting mechanisms.

RAID Management

• Lead on the creation and upkeep of the programme RAID log and supporting visuals for governance forums.

You Will Work Closely With:

• Transformation Management Office (TMO)
• Product and Delivery Teams

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in programme planning and project management across global/multinational environments.
• Excellent understanding of project management methodologies (PMP/PRINCE2).
• Familiarity with hybrid delivery models (Agile/Waterfall).
• Confident user of Monday.com or similar planning tools.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• Exposure to change management best practices.

Ready to Join a High-Impact Programme?

If you're a structured, resourceful Programme Planner with the confidence to lead planning and resourcing across a major transformation programme, we want to hear from you.