Programme Manage – French Speaking

i4 Jobs; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a bilingual Programme Manager to lead large-scale software projects. This role requires fluency in both French and English, with a strong background in software delivery, particularly in the financial sector. The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex projects across multiple countries and time zones, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders at all levels. With a focus on delivering quality solutions, this position offers the chance to work flexibly while contributing to innovative software solutions that impact the financial world. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Programme Management with large-scale software projects.
• Fluent in French and English with stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver large-scale bespoke software solutions in a financial context.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Programme Management

Fluent in French

Stakeholder Management

Project Delivery

Software Delivery Environment

Education

Programme Management Accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Visio

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Programme Manage – French / English Speaking – Paris – Salary Negotiable – Flex Working

Our client is a global business who designs and develops specialised software solutions utilised by some of the largest names in the financial world. We are seeking applications from experienced Programme Managers who have delivered large-scale bespoke software solutions. You must have professional level language skills in both French & English along with demonstrable experience in a software delivery environment (Preference to financial software).

Required Experience:

• Previous experience in Programme Management including the delivery of large-scale projects.
• Proven experience working in a software delivery environment.
• Experience working in the asset finance industry.
• Must be fluent in French.
• Comfortable delivering projects to external clients, and managing both internal and external stakeholders.
• Holding a recognised programme management accreditation is desirable.
• Previous experience of delivering projects across multiple countries and/or with delivery teams from multiple geographies and time zones would be advantageous.
• Ability to operate at a senior stakeholder level but also getting into the detail of a programme.
• Managing an integrator would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of formal project management methodologies.
• Must be willing to work away from home with frequent travel to client sites when required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio.
• Familiarity of working with JIRA and Confluence would be advantageous.
• Must be willing to travel internationally on occasions.

Please apply along with the most up-to-date version of your CV.