UK AI Programs Lead | Global PMO & Strategy

Penguin Computing; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Solutions is seeking a Senior Program Manager to establish and lead the Global & Strategic Accounts PMO in the UK. You will own end-to-end delivery of complex enterprise AI programs, ensuring cross-functional alignment and high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in customer-facing tech programs, strong executive communication, and a proven ability to navigate a global, matrixed organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience leading complex, customer-facing technology programs.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills with strong executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of enterprise and sovereign AI programs in the UK, ensuring alignment across design, build, deployment, and operations.
• Develop and manage program plans, governance, and cross-functional coordination to deliver on scope, schedule, budget, and quality commitments.
• Serve as the primary program lead for strategic customers, translating requirements into executable plans and SOWs in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Drive program performance by managing risks, protecting revenue and customer outcomes, and tracking KPI-driven results.
• Support growth in the UK and EMEA by enabling scalable delivery and partnering with regional leadership on proposals and go-to-market efforts.
• Develop market insight across the UK’s AI ecosystem, including infrastructure, regulatory landscape, and sovereign data requirements.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across global teams while serving as the Voice of the Customer to drive alignment and resolve escalations.
• Build and manage senior stakeholder relationships, including customer executives and government partners, to ensure program success.
• Execute within GSAT PMO standards, managing cross-program dependencies and portfolio coordination.
• Drive continuous improvement of PMO processes, frameworks, and best practices.

Skills

Executive communication

Program leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business

Tools

PMP

CSM

Job description

Penguin Solutions is seeking a Senior Program Manager to establish and lead the Global & Strategic Accounts PMO in the UK. You will own end-to-end delivery of complex enterprise AI programs, ensuring cross-functional alignment and high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in customer-facing tech programs, strong executive communication, and a proven ability to navigate a global, matrixed organization.