Senior Programme Manager

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Role Introduction

The Senior Programme Manager is responsible for delivering change. The role requires effective co-ordination of the programme's projects and management of their inter-dependencies including oversight of any risks and issues arising. It also includes the co-ordination of the new capability for the business to enable effective change and realisation of projected benefits. A proven ability to strategise and implement high-level programme initiatives is critical for the success of this role. As a natural leader, this person should have strong talent for project co-ordination and delegation. Ultimately, the Senior Programme Manager should be motivated by a desire to optimise productivity and nurture programme success from inception to completion.

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What You Will Do

• Work closely with programme sponsor, cross-functional teams, and other key stakeholders to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives
• Manage programme and project teams to deliver to time, on budget and quality, as well as coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives
• Be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives and identify key requirements for cross-functional teams
• Analyse, evaluate, and track programme risks, providing a clear mitigation strategy
• Ensure that scope is monitored and controlled on projects and that any deviation is proactively addressed through re-planning and change control, where necessary, to safeguard programme baselines

What You Will Have

• Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance; takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement
• Ensures that people internalize policies and standards and accept full responsibility for their decisions.
• Confidently makes choices in the best interests of the organisation, deals constructively with resistance
• Takes steps to coordinate and align plans across workgroups; supports strategic objectives with aggressive yet realistic time frames; shares some critical objectives to help with prioritizing and planning
• Enlists a range of stakeholders to add value; ensures they are well-informed, and surprises are avoided.
• Confronts and challenges "us vs. them"; shows strong appreciation for others' efforts toward shared goals
• Helps team hold each other accountable for goals, adherence to policies and procedures.
• Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress

What We Do For You

Wellbeing focused - Our people are our greatest assets, and ensuring everyone feels their best self to come to work is integral

• Annual Leave - 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and the ability to buy additional days
• Employee Assistance Programme - Free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Care First
• Endometriosis Friendly Employer - We are proud to confirm our commitment to developing an environment and culture that allows those with endometriosis to thrive in the workplace

Personal Growth - Regardless of where you are at in your career, we're committed to enabling your growth personally and professionally

• Development Programmes - From Future Managers to Leadership Training, our development programmes help you get where you need to go
• Performance Bonus - Our Group-wide bonus scheme enables you to reap the rewards of your success

Financial wellbeing - We understand as well as your mental wellbeing, your financial wellbeing is really important

• Pension Scheme - Our plan with Scottish Widows offers 5% matched contribution by the company
• Income protection insurance - Providing you with support and assistance when you need it most
• Discounted Parking - We have partnered with QPark to provide an exclusive discounted rate for OneAdvanced employee's when purchasing a digital season tickets

Recognition - Highlighting and rewarding the great work our people do

• Performance & Talent - Our own technology platform that allows you to get real-time feedback, conversations and goals to help you become your best self

Making a Difference - we provide opportunities to help our people make a difference to the causes they care about

• MatchIt! - Fundraise for a cause close to your heart and Advanced will match part of the funding
• Volunteering Time - Our volunteering leave scheme allows you to use your time to help those who need it
• Pennies from Heaven - donate the pennies from your pay check to help make a difference without lifting a finger