Programme Director

Methods Business and Digital Technology; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent IT services consultancy is seeking a Programme Director to lead transformational programmes in both public and private sectors. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in government policy and operational change, with a proven ability to manage complex projects and foster stakeholder relationships. This role offers flexibility, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to ethical consultancy and impactful outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellness 24/7 employee assistance programme

Pension salary exchange scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Significant experience in large-scale transformation programme environments.
• Demonstrable experience delivering complex change in central government.
• Experience in technology and/or business change consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large transformational programmes for clients.
• Develop trusted relationships with client teams for new business opportunities.
• Translate stakeholder priorities into actionable plans.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Government policy and operational change

Education

MPLA / PLP certification

Job description

Description

Methods is a 100M IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based we apply our skills in transformation delivery and collaboration from across the Methods Group to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people‑centred safe and designed for the future.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies system integrators and software houses – with people, technology and data at the heart of who we are we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities and the planet.

We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.

Predominantly focused on the public‑sector, Methods is now building a significant private‑sector client portfolio.

Methods is part of the Global Alten Group.

Requirements

The Programme Director role has management responsibilities for client delivery, business development and the development of approaches and standards supporting the Director of Business Change to be an integral part of our Business Change team helping us on our continued growth path as a medium‑sized consultancy, priding ourselves on tailoring our consultancy for clients; we are not an off‑the‑shelf consultancy company.

Working directly with customers across our Public and Private sector accounts, it is an exciting time to join and with you as an accomplished Programme Director leading on the delivery of large transformational programmes of work for both current and new clients.

You will be a natural leader with brilliant stakeholder skills up to Executive / Ministerial level, working alongside our consultants and client teams to successfully deliver programmes of work that enable achievement of outcomes.

We are looking for individuals who can deliver adeptly at Government policy and operational change for large and major Programmes. You will know how Government works and be assured seamlessly fitting into fast‑paced delivery environments at the heart of the current administration priorities. You are a team player, able and willing to develop and lead others, build a one‑team ethic and model Methods values and approach to ethical consultancy. You have the expertise to lead delivery across complex change.

Engage with stakeholders to translate priorities into actionable plans, transform the clients’ thinking and influence their decision‑making.

The ideal candidate will have significant and demonstrable experience working in large‑scale transformation programme environments, successfully delivering complex change in central government, and additional experience of working in technology and/or business change consultancy.

• Own complex program delivery and client relationship; focus on delivery excellence and creating lasting change for clients.
• Dive deep into the challenges, think big to develop creative solutions to their toughest problems.
• Develop trusted relationships with client teams and industry organisations that result in new business opportunities.
• Be known as a recognised delivery lead and thought to embody the SRO and Programme Director roles as required.

• Hold MPLA / PLP certification; have experience as a Gateway reviewer and understand the process and standards required for GMPP onboarding within the HMT business case lifecycle.
• Be able to embody the ethical consultancy approach of Methods, displaying the leadership values to clients and internal colleagues required to deliver at the high standard expected of this role.
• Proactively identify new client prospects and support bids.
• Provide new pre‑sales approaches, working collaboratively in building partnerships with other suppliers and aiding successful bid opportunities.

Benefits

Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience.
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society.
• Strong, inspiring and thought‑provoking leadership.
• A supportive and collaborative environment.

Development access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme and training.

Wellness 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme.

Flexible Working including home working and part time

Social office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes.

Time off: 25 days of annual leave a year plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year.

Volunteering: 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation.

Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution.

Life Assurance of 4 times base salary.

Private Medical Insurance which is non‑contributory (spouse and dependants included). ()

Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non‑contributory (spouse and dependants included).

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.

Travel season ticket loan cycle to work scheme.