Senior Delivery Leader - Government & National Security

Sanderson Government & Defence; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson Government and Defence is seeking a Head of Delivery for the Central Government & Law Enforcement portfolio in Woking. This senior role oversees delivery excellence, forecasting, and portfolio growth across a high-profile customer base.

The position is hybrid in Woking with SC clearance eligibility. You will lead delivery across complex programmes, manage risks, and drive profitability while engaging with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• P3M leadership experience within central government, law enforcement or national security.
• Strong programme or portfolio delivery management background.
• Excellent forecasting, risk management and financial discipline.
• Experienced in stakeholder engagement and leading high-performing teams.
• Ability to influence at senior levels and build trusted relationships.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery performance across a complex portfolio of programmes and services.
• Provide accurate forecasting, reporting and risk management.
• Lead the resolution of critical delivery issues and act as the senior escalation point.
• Drive efficiency, profitability and utilisation across the account.
• Support business growth through customer engagement and strategic account development.
• Enable confident decision-making through clear insight and leadership.

Skills

P3M leadership

delivery management

forecasting

stakeholder engagement

team leadership

senior relationships

Job description

Sanderson Government and Defence is seeking a Head of Delivery for the Central Government & Law Enforcement portfolio in Woking. This senior role oversees delivery excellence, forecasting, and portfolio growth across a high-profile customer base.

The position is hybrid in Woking with SC clearance eligibility. You will lead delivery across complex programmes, manage risks, and drive profitability while engaging with senior stakeholders.