Technology Programme Manager

Qinecsa Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of software solutions in the pharmaceutical sector is looking for an experienced Programme Manager to orchestrate complex projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates should have over 12 years of project management experience, strong leadership skills, and expertise in software delivery, particularly in pharmacovigilance. This role offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work with innovative teams.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Work from home options

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in project and programme management in the software industry.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (e.g., ICH E2E, GVP).

Responsibilities

• Manage successful execution of complex, multi-workstream projects.
• Align project objectives with business strategy.
• Provide governance across projects, managing risks and planning.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Project management

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, or Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

SmartSheet

Job description

We are a leading provider of pharmacovigilance analytics software for the pharmaceutical industry, delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that help clients enhance drug safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

As a Programme Manager, you will be responsible for the successful orchestration of projects and programmes that deliver significant business value to both clients and the organisation. You will provide strategic oversight, ensure alignment with organisational objectives, and lead senior project managers and cross-functional teams to deliver project and programme outcomes on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

This role is ideal for a highly experienced, strategic thinker with deep domain expertise in software delivery for the pharmaceutical industry—particularly in the areas of pharmacovigilance, safety, and regulatory technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, lead, and manage the successful execution of complex, multi-workstream projects and programmes for pharmaceutical clients.
• Align project and programme objectives with business strategy and ensure that all projects within the programme contribute to defined outcomes.
• Provide governance and direction across projects, managing dependencies, interproject risks, and overall programme-level planning and reporting.
• Serve as the key escalation point for internal stakeholders and external clients, including executive sponsors and regulatory contacts.
• Participate in pre-sales activities, including managing requirement-gathering sessions, preparing estimations, and authoring proposals in collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure solutions meet client needs and business objectives.
• Lead stakeholder engagement at all levels, ensuring transparent communication, change management, and alignment across business and technical teams.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of multiple project managers, and third-party contributors to ensure cohesion across deliverables.
• Maintain tight control of project and programme scope and oversee the evaluation and approval of change requests, ensuring they align with strategic objectives and do not compromise delivery.
• Actively mentor, coach, and support the development of project managers within the team, fostering a culture of project management excellence, continuous learning and professional growth.
• Ensure a consistent approach to project and programme delivery across the organisation by championing standardised methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Monitor budgets, timelines, resources, and KPIs, and proactively address variances or issues.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to the development of enterprise-level project and programme delivery methodologies, frameworks, and governance structures.
• Ensure all activities are compliant with industry regulations, including pharmacovigilance standards (e.g., GVP, FDA, EMA) and data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR).

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in client facing project and programme management delivering software solutions to pharmaceutical or life sciences clients.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional, geographically distributed teams and external vendors in a matrixed environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (e.g., ICH E2E, GVP Modules, FDA, EMA).
• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, SmartSheet).

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Experience overseeing programmes involving signal detection, case management, and safety databases (e.g., Argus, ARISg).
• Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and associated business processes.
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and big data technologies.
• Technical background with experience in software development or IT infrastructure.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for technology solutions.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team and world-class clients.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Work from home with limited travel.