Senior Program Manager

DGH Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in London is seeking a Senior Programme Manager to lead change programmes in a major transformation portfolio. The successful candidate will ensure that programs are well-governed, resourced, and aligned with the organization’s priorities. Responsibilities include engaging stakeholders, overseeing supplier relationships, and managing multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates should possess a Programme Management qualification and have a strong background in business transformation. This position offers hybrid working with a salary of £80,000.

Qualifications

• Professional Project / Programme Management qualification required.
• Proven experience in business transformation, service design, and organisational change.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills needed.
• Expertise in resource, budget, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for complex change programmes.
• Manage full lifecycle of transformation initiatives.
• Oversee supplier relationships and ensure compliance.
• Engage stakeholders and foster collaboration.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix environment.

Skills

Project / Programme Management qualification

Business transformation

Service design

Organisational change

Leadership skills

Budget management

Risk management

Job description

Senior Programme Manager – London (Hybrid working, 1-2 days a week in the office) – £80,000

Exciting opportunity working for a Housing Association based in London working within the Business Improvement and Change Team. The successful candidate will lead change programmes within a major transformation and change portfolio. You’ll ensure delivery is well-governed, resourced, and aligned with organisational priorities, driving high-quality outcomes and realising business benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for complex change programmes and projects.
• Manage full lifecycle of transformation initiatives, including interdependent projects.
• Oversee supplier relationships and ensure contractual compliance.
• Engage stakeholders and foster collaboration across all levels.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Professional Project / Programme Management qualification.
• Proven experience in business transformation, service design, and organisational change.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Expertise in resource, budget, and risk management.

Any previous housing experience is highly desirable