Programme Manager

Compass Group; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global catering and support services company is seeking a skilled Programme Manager to lead strategic initiatives within their Smart Retail division. This role offers remote and mobile working, along with the chance to influence significant transformation across a rapidly growing sector. Candidates should have over 5 years of programme management experience, strong leadership qualities, and excellent stakeholder management skills. Join us to help shape the future of smart retail solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexibility and autonomy in working

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in programme management.
• Experience in complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong financial acumen for budgeting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Define programme governance and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee multiple interconnected projects and manage interdependencies.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and report to stakeholders.

Skills

Programme management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree-level education

Relevant certifications (MSP, PgMP, etc.)

Tools

Programme and project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2)

Job description

Programme Manager Amplifi (Smart Retail Division of Compass Group UK&I)

Competitive Salary + Benefits | (Remote/Mobile Working)

Amplifi is the Smart Retail arm of Compass Group UK&I, delivering innovative unattended retail solutions and driving growth through a dynamic buy-and-build strategy. As we integrate multiple operating companies and scale rapidly, we're seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead strategic, technological, and operational initiatives that shape the future of Smart Retail.

Why Join Us?

• Impact at Scale - Your work will influence major transformation projects across a fast-growing business.
• Strategic Leadership - Drive programmes that align with Compass Group's long-term vision.
• Flexibility & Autonomy - Remote/mobile working with the backing of a global leader.
• Career Growth - Be part of a sector that's expanding rapidly, creating new opportunities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Define programme governance and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee multiple interconnected projects, managing interdependencies and progress.
• Control budgets, allocate resources, and maximize ROI across the programme.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and report to senior stakeholders.
• Act as the key link between executives, delivery teams, and external partners.
• Drive change management and embed new ways of working across the organisation.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in programme management (5+ years), ideally in complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of programme and project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2).
• Financial acumen for budgeting and cost control.
• Degree‑level education and relevant certifications (MSP, PgMP, or similar) preferred.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote/mobile working flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact programmes in a rapidly growing sector.
• Work with a global leader and shape the future of Smart Retail.

Ready to lead transformation? Join Amplifi and play a pivotal role in delivering strategic growth and innovation.
Apply today and be part of our journey!