IS Programme Manager

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Job description
At LTE Group we have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Manager to join us, on a permanent, full time (37 hours per week) basis.

As Programme Manager, you will be ensuring a 'best in industry' service that is delivered to both internal and external clients. This is a national role for all IT programmes both to internal and external clients and will involve the securing and management of significant £1M+ budget streams as well as winning large-scale contracts from external clients.

The LTE group structure encompasses the strengths of each of our individual organisations (The Manchester College, UCEN Manchester, Novus, Total People/MOL and LTE) allowing them the freedom to focus on their own learners, colleagues, stakeholders and communities, whilst providing the support and added value of a Group. Each of our 5,000 colleagues benefits from the opportunity to develop and progress their career within and across our wider Group network.

What the Programme Manager role entails:

• Working with Directors, Senior Managers and external suppliers, develop the programme of I.T.
• projects to be undertaken in support of the IS Strategy and in alignment with the 5 year business planning cycle.
• Define, implement and control a robust, industry standard programme management function and
• introduce and manage enhanced programme/project planning and execution methodology.
• Take part in and run IT related pre-sales activity with external clients alongside Architecture and bid functions to secure large-scale contracts.
• Monitor and control the programme of I.T. projects to identify and manage dependencies between I.T. projects.
• Monitor and control the spend profile of the programme of I.T. projects to ensure that financial targets are met.
• Produce clear and meaningful financial and progress reports to demonstrate compliance with
• business and regulatory demands.
• Ensure Projects adhere to company policies and procedures in respect of the specification, selection and procurement of hardware, software and resources.
• Develop, record and manage risk profiles for all I.T. programmes/projects.
• Ensure project documentation is produced on time and maintained (includes appropriate approvals, documentation, budgetary reports and project programmes).
• Ensure Operational and Service Level Agreements are produced and agreed with the business and service providers in advance of new systems becoming operational.
• Ensure all documentation required to support and operate new systems is delivered to the business and service providers at appropriate stages in the project lifecycle..
• To understand and participate in the production of the Business Continuity Functional Plan.
• Instigate and chair Programme/Project Steering Groups to ensure that the project sponsor and other stakeholders are properly engaged and informed.
• Attend and proactively support I.T. Strategy Group meetings.
• Provide focal point for the overall direction and delivery of the I.T. project programme.

The skills and experience required for the role of Programme Manager include:

• Degree or equivalent in a formal management qualification.
• Formal qualification in Prince2, Agile or equivalent.
• 5-year experience managing large and complex IT programme
• 10 years' experience in a senior project management role within an I.T. environment.
• Experience of implementing ITIL processes and procedures across a large enterprise

As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• Salary between £59,880.39 - £75,071.39
• An excellent annual leave entitlement
• in-house 'Evolve' training programme offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications
• Career development opportunities
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts on your health care through Simply Health
• Free, confidential support service provided by an external organisation, PAM Assist
• Cycle to work scheme saving you 25% on your purchase
• Access to lots of offers with well-known retailers

LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For more information about what we do please visit us at http://www.ltegroup.co.uk/about-us .

If you wish to apply for this exciting opportunity, please click on the 'Apply online' button below.

All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the role profile for shortlisting purposes.

The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process .

The closing date for this role is 18/02/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!