Strategic Programme Lead — Drive High-Impact Initiatives

Costa Coffee; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

Smart pension matching contributions up to 10%

50% discount in all Costa-owned stores

Private medical cover

Job summary

A leading coffee brand in the UK seeks a Strategic Programme Manager to shape its future with actionable project roadmaps. You will lead high-impact projects, manage risks, and inspire change across teams. The ideal candidate has strong project management experience, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with various perks including discounts and annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects and programmes, including risk mitigation.
• Understanding commercial impacts and using insights from data sources.

Responsibilities

• Turn big-picture goals into actionable project roadmaps.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple strategic projects.
• Anticipate and manage programme-level risks and issues.
• Lead reporting and decision-making.
• Partner with stakeholders to champion adoption of new ways of working.

Skills

Programme Delivery Expertise

Strategic and Commercial Awareness

Analytical and Planning Skills

Exceptional Communication Abilities

Interpersonal and Collaborative Mindset

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent project management qualification

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

A leading coffee brand in the UK seeks a Strategic Programme Manager to shape its future with actionable project roadmaps. You will lead high-impact projects, manage risks, and inspire change across teams. The ideal candidate has strong project management experience, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with various perks including discounts and annual bonuses.