Jobs in Leicester, United Kingdom

Remote Programme Manager – Remote (UK, NI, or Ireland) – €600-750 per day

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a bespoke Learning Management System (LMS) for a major end-client.

This is a fully remote contract position, ideally suited to professionals based in the UK, Northern Ireland, or Ireland.

Contract Rate: €600–750 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Remote (UK, NI, or Ireland)

Duration: Long-term (LMS go-live in 2026)

• Full ownership of the LMS delivery programme from inception to go-live in 2026.
• Act as the single point of contact for the client, overseeing all project workstreams.
• Drive end-to-end programme governance, delivery planning, and execution.
• Manage delivery oversight, including Agile sprint development, DevOps, testing, and release management.
• Align delivery timelines to client strategy via a robust plan and Jira-based backlog management.
• Coordinate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Business Analysts, and technical leads to ensure MVP goals and Agile best practices are met.
• Oversee financial performance – including P&L ownership, budget tracking, and risk management.
• Proactively manage cross-functional teams in a consultancy environment and ensure value delivery.

• Extensive Agile programme management experience in complex IT environments.
• Strong hands-on exposure to Jira and Agile delivery methodologies.
• Prior experience managing a P&L and driving commercial outcomes.
• Must have worked in a consultancy environment, managing client relationships and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent understanding of modern tech stacks (e.g., .NET 8 Core, React, MongoDB/Postgres) – you don’t need to code but should speak the .
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation or custom-built software platforms.

• A strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple delivery streams and stakeholders.
• Clear, confident communicator with a consulting-level presence.
• Financial acumen to manage profitability and delivery KPIs.
• Leadership capability to guide, motivate, and align cross-functional Agile teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Project/Programme Management Certification (e.g., PMP, MSP).
• Agile/Lean certifications (e.g., SAFe, Scrum Master, Product Owner).

Apply now with your latest CV to be considered for this opportunity. Interviews are being scheduled immediately, and onboarding will follow quickly for the right candidate.