Senior Program Manager: Strategic Initiatives & Governance

Lorien; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic consulting firm in Manchester is seeking a senior individual contributor to lead a portfolio of strategic initiatives. The role focuses on program governance and requires significant experience in delivering multi-workstream projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience and a strong track record in interfacing with senior leadership teams. Qualifications include a relevant degree and certifications like PMP or PRINCE2. This position is exclusive to individuals with full UK right to work status and living within commuting distance of Manchester.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in program/project portfolio delivery with 5+ years in cross-functional programs.
• Proven track record of delivering internal initiatives and operating effectively with SLT.
• Demonstrated governance leadership and managing PMO/portfolio controls.

Responsibilities

• End to end ownership of multiple internal strategic programmes.
• Driving accountability at senior leadership level.
• Establishing programme governance and clear executive-level communication.

Skills

Program/project portfolio delivery

Governance leadership

Cross-functional execution

Executive communication

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, or related

Tools

PMP

PRINCE2 Practitioner

Agile credentials

Job description

A strategic consulting firm in Manchester is seeking a senior individual contributor to lead a portfolio of strategic initiatives. The role focuses on program governance and requires significant experience in delivering multi-workstream projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience and a strong track record in interfacing with senior leadership teams. Qualifications include a relevant degree and certifications like PMP or PRINCE2. This position is exclusive to individuals with full UK right to work status and living within commuting distance of Manchester.