Senior Programme Advisory Lead – North

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & professional development

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Programme Advisory professional to lead mobilisation and delivery of major transformational projects within a collaborative UK-wide team. You will develop governance, advise on business transformations, and drive improvements in programme efficiencies.

You will build relationships with stakeholders, facilitate workshops, and mentor junior colleagues while delivering high‑quality solutions in dynamic environments. Strong PMO and certification credentials are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience leading mobilisation and delivery of major transformational projects and PMOs.
• Proven ability to develop and document best practices, processes, and guidance for programme teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to facilitate workshops.
• Analytical mindset for data collection, reporting, and recommendations.
• Proactive in delivering high‑quality solutions in evolving environments.
• Track record of leading or supporting change initiatives with tangible outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mobilisation and delivery across major transformational projects and PMOs.
• Develop and document PMO best practices and governance.
• Provide strategic advice on business transformations and portfolio management.
• Facilitate workshops with key stakeholders and teams.
• Analyse data to inform reporting and recommendations.
• Support junior team members’ development and growth.

Skills

Programme governance

PMO Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Business development

Leadership

Education

APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP

MoP

MSP

PRINCE2

PROSCI

Lean / Six Sigma

Tools

PMO Handbooks

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Programme Advisory professional to lead mobilisation and delivery of major transformational projects within a collaborative UK-wide team. You will develop governance, advise on business transformations, and drive improvements in programme efficiencies.

You will build relationships with stakeholders, facilitate workshops, and mentor junior colleagues while delivering high‑quality solutions in dynamic environments. Strong PMO and certification credentials are valued.