Programme Manager

The Royal British Legion; London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal British Legion is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join their Transformation team. This role involves developing strategic programmes and managing projects with a focus on delivering positive results for beneficiaries. The candidate will utilize their expertise in project management and leadership to foster collaboration and achieve successful project outcomes while supporting the charity’s mission.

Benefits

Generous paid holiday allowance

Pension scheme contributions

Range of optional benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Programme Management.
• Exceptional leadership skills and motivation to drive results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive Programme plans including scope and goals.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, ensuring quality control.
• Conduct risk assessments to mitigate potential risks.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Job description

Are you an experienced Programme Manager ready to take on new challenges and join our skilled and innovative Transformation team supporting work to help make a positive impact in the lives of our beneficiaries?

With a growing number of strategic programmes, our Transformation Management Office (TMO) has recently embarked on a journey to expand as a function. We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager with proven track record in Programme Management, expectational leadership skills and a passion for delivering results.

Together, the team in the TMO takes great pride in managing a diverse portfolio of programmes and projects. We work closely with our Executive team, as well as other senior leaders and colleagues across the charity, to provide expertise in project, programme and change management.

Our strategy has teamwork at its heart. We want someone keen to become an integral part of the delivery and get out there to understand the RBL and make a difference to the lives of those who have served, and currently serve, to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

The successful Programme Manager should be proficient and highly motivated to help shape and execute strategic initiatives, foster cross-functional collaboration, and drive successful project outcomes. Working with an experienced team you will be reporting into the Transformation Cluster Leader.

Remote work opportunities

Some of the key areas of responsibility are as follows:

• Develop and execute comprehensive Programme plans, outlining scope, goals and deliverables.
• Establish and maintain open and transparent communication channels, providing updates on progress, challenges, and milestones.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure Programme deliverables meet or exceed established standards.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate against potential risks.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering collaborate and productive working environment.

Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

You will be expected to travel regularly in the course of your work including regularly to our London, Haig House, hub. You will be contracted to your home address, where you will be expected to work – using our collaboration tools – when not travelling.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.

Closing Date: 3rd July 2024

Interview Process: will consist of two stages, to be held virtually on dates to be confirmed.

First Stage: 1 hour assessment followed by 1 hour panel interview including competency and values based questions

Second Stage: A ‘meet the team’ session / panel interview

Successful candidates will be expected to visit our London Head Office ahead of start date to complete pre-employment screening.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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Created on 17/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom