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Programme Manager
Programme Manager
Programme Manager
Posted 8 days ago
- London, Greater London
- Any
- External
Location:
Flexible between home and our Corby & London offices
Reports to:
Chief Technology Officer
Salary:
£75,000 plus excellent benefits
Closing Date:
27th September 2024
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced
Programme Manager
to organise and coordinate our internal transformation programme.
You will provide guidance to teams and project managers in ways that promote the company’s culture and align with business objectives. You will also oversee the progress of programme operations ensuring business engagement and project alignment throughout the programme. You will identify risk, gaps and resource constraints that could impact the delivery of the transformation and flag to the Steering Committee.
The ideal candidate will be an excellent leader and will have experience in identifying key programme risk, vendor and stakeholder engagement , identifying and communicating ROI, as well as managing a team of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
Formulate, organise and monitor inter-connected projects by working closely with project sponsor, cross-functional business product owners and teams, external vendors and assigned project managers to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives
Coach, lead and evaluate project managers and other business colleagues for optimal return on investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives
Coordinate cross-project activities Identify key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors
Develop and control programme deadlines, budgets and activities and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives while resolving projects’ higher scope issue
Work with project teams to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the Project Management Office. Prepare reports for programme directors/sponsors
Apply change, risk and resource management tools to evaluate, and overcome programme risks, and produce programme reports for managers and stakeholders
About you:
We are an inclusive employer and welcome all diverse backgrounds, where individuality is celebrated, creating both a forward-thinking team and a supportive space for everyone in the CMI team. We actively invite applications from diverse cultures and experience.
We are looking for someone who can enhance our culture and align with our core values. We want someone who is ‘Passionate’ in making a positive difference to the skills of managers and leaders, ‘Practical’; with the ability to make quick and smart decisions, ‘Progressive’ about creating a better future and maintaining a ‘Professional’ code of conduct, through being accountable and ethical in everything that we do.
Thorough understanding of project/programme management techniques and methods, Prince2, Agile or others (certification is a plus)
Proven experience as a Programme Manager or Senior Project Manager position
Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation processes and change management principles
Excellent communication skills with non-technical people throughout the organisation
Ability to problem-solve quickly
Experience in an upper-management role, preferably in program management
Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organisation
Experience in managing stakeholders
Why CMI:
Are you looking to join a dynamic and ambitious organisation? At CMI, new leadership and management strategies are at the fore-front of what we do. We know the importance of fresh ideas and encourage new perspectives. We are a not for profit, Sunday Times Best Company To Work for 2023, with a Platinum Accreditation with Investors in People. We offer an engaging, flexible and collaborative culture with a wealth of opportunity for professional development.
It doesn’t stop there. We believe we are only as good as the people that work at CMI and in turn offer a competitive benefits package for all employees:
Flexible working
- whether that’s from home or in the office; wherever works best for you. We are not a traditional 9 to 5, we are flexible with what hours you work and when you work. Our offices in both London and Corby provide comfortable collaboration spaces for team get-togethers
21 days’ holiday + 8 days’ Bank Holiday
+ 4.5 days allocated for CMI holiday over Christmas and New Year period
- with annual leave days increasing with length of service and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday
Wellbeing and mental health
- in-house mental health first-aid trainers, BUPA Employee Assistance for 24 hour support and access to Kooth, an online mental health platform
Inclusion at our core
- Our colleague-led Inclusion Hubs for Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Menopause, Age, Disability and SocioEconomic are open for anyone to join
CMI membership
- take advantage of our amazing courses and become a Chartered Manager. Plus, CMI will pay your professional membership to one additional organisation of choice
Rewards and Recognition scheme
- cash prizes awarded to employees throughout the year
Socials
- with an active social team, we have a book club, baking club, gardening club, Karate classes and regular team outings
Pension
- we add an extra 6% of your gross salary to your pension pot every month after 3 months
About us:
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) sets the Professional Standard in Management and Leadership. We have worked with businesses and education providers to inspire people to unleash their potential through qualifications, apprenticeships and training to become skilled, confident and successful managers and leaders, resulting in Chartered Manager status - the ultimate management accolade, which is proven to boost individuals’ career prospects, management capability and impact in the workplace.
Personal data which you provide through your application will be used for recruitment purposes only. For further details, see our privacy policy on our website. By submitting your CV/application, you are agreeing for your data to be used this way.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a high number of suitable applicants.
Flexible between home and our Corby & London offices
Reports to:
Chief Technology Officer
Salary:
£75,000 plus excellent benefits
Closing Date:
27th September 2024
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced
Programme Manager
to organise and coordinate our internal transformation programme.
You will provide guidance to teams and project managers in ways that promote the company’s culture and align with business objectives. You will also oversee the progress of programme operations ensuring business engagement and project alignment throughout the programme. You will identify risk, gaps and resource constraints that could impact the delivery of the transformation and flag to the Steering Committee.
The ideal candidate will be an excellent leader and will have experience in identifying key programme risk, vendor and stakeholder engagement , identifying and communicating ROI, as well as managing a team of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
Formulate, organise and monitor inter-connected projects by working closely with project sponsor, cross-functional business product owners and teams, external vendors and assigned project managers to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives
Coach, lead and evaluate project managers and other business colleagues for optimal return on investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives
Coordinate cross-project activities Identify key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors
Develop and control programme deadlines, budgets and activities and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives while resolving projects’ higher scope issue
Work with project teams to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the Project Management Office. Prepare reports for programme directors/sponsors
Apply change, risk and resource management tools to evaluate, and overcome programme risks, and produce programme reports for managers and stakeholders
About you:
We are an inclusive employer and welcome all diverse backgrounds, where individuality is celebrated, creating both a forward-thinking team and a supportive space for everyone in the CMI team. We actively invite applications from diverse cultures and experience.
We are looking for someone who can enhance our culture and align with our core values. We want someone who is ‘Passionate’ in making a positive difference to the skills of managers and leaders, ‘Practical’; with the ability to make quick and smart decisions, ‘Progressive’ about creating a better future and maintaining a ‘Professional’ code of conduct, through being accountable and ethical in everything that we do.
Thorough understanding of project/programme management techniques and methods, Prince2, Agile or others (certification is a plus)
Proven experience as a Programme Manager or Senior Project Manager position
Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation processes and change management principles
Excellent communication skills with non-technical people throughout the organisation
Ability to problem-solve quickly
Experience in an upper-management role, preferably in program management
Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organisation
Experience in managing stakeholders
Why CMI:
Are you looking to join a dynamic and ambitious organisation? At CMI, new leadership and management strategies are at the fore-front of what we do. We know the importance of fresh ideas and encourage new perspectives. We are a not for profit, Sunday Times Best Company To Work for 2023, with a Platinum Accreditation with Investors in People. We offer an engaging, flexible and collaborative culture with a wealth of opportunity for professional development.
It doesn’t stop there. We believe we are only as good as the people that work at CMI and in turn offer a competitive benefits package for all employees:
Flexible working
- whether that’s from home or in the office; wherever works best for you. We are not a traditional 9 to 5, we are flexible with what hours you work and when you work. Our offices in both London and Corby provide comfortable collaboration spaces for team get-togethers
21 days’ holiday + 8 days’ Bank Holiday
+ 4.5 days allocated for CMI holiday over Christmas and New Year period
- with annual leave days increasing with length of service and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday
Wellbeing and mental health
- in-house mental health first-aid trainers, BUPA Employee Assistance for 24 hour support and access to Kooth, an online mental health platform
Inclusion at our core
- Our colleague-led Inclusion Hubs for Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, Menopause, Age, Disability and SocioEconomic are open for anyone to join
CMI membership
- take advantage of our amazing courses and become a Chartered Manager. Plus, CMI will pay your professional membership to one additional organisation of choice
Rewards and Recognition scheme
- cash prizes awarded to employees throughout the year
Socials
- with an active social team, we have a book club, baking club, gardening club, Karate classes and regular team outings
Pension
- we add an extra 6% of your gross salary to your pension pot every month after 3 months
About us:
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) sets the Professional Standard in Management and Leadership. We have worked with businesses and education providers to inspire people to unleash their potential through qualifications, apprenticeships and training to become skilled, confident and successful managers and leaders, resulting in Chartered Manager status - the ultimate management accolade, which is proven to boost individuals’ career prospects, management capability and impact in the workplace.
Personal data which you provide through your application will be used for recruitment purposes only. For further details, see our privacy policy on our website. By submitting your CV/application, you are agreeing for your data to be used this way.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a high number of suitable applicants.