Programme Manager

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Overview

A very strategic role working closely with the Sr. VPs and reporting to the EMEA CIO. This role will have full and first sight of all approved projects/initiatives that will help Expleo gain the first-hand info and can position us as a front runner for the wider delivery roles across the tech & business.

3 days per week in Basildon

Responsibilities

A more senior role responsible for the overarching transformation initiative across the EMEA business. Reports directly to the CIO & Senior Leadership Team and are involved in developing and championing the organizational vision for transformation.

Proven track record in large Transformation leadership role (Finance industry) is an advantage

Key responsibilities:

• Develop transformation strategy
• Lead and drive transformation initiatives
• Managing program/project lifecycles, Ways of Working
• Coordinating across business & tech functions
• Identifying risks and opportunities for innovation
• Efficient resources management
• Leading cross-functional teams
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement & innovation
• Deliver measurable results

Qualifications

• Desirable Certifications: MAPM, Scrum Master, PMP, Prince2

Essential skills

• Strategic Thinking:

Developing cohesive transformation strategy/plans aligned with overall organizational goals

• Communication:

Effectively articulating the vision and rationale for transformation to the leadership & diverse audiences

• Analytical Skills:

Manipulating data to analyse performance and identify opportunities for improvement

• Innovation:

Identifying and implementing new technologies and innovative solutions to drive efficiency and value

• Result Orientated:

Driving positive outcomes from the transformation initiatives i.e. demonstrate gains

• Stakeholder Management:

Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to gain buy-in and ensure alignment.

• Operating Model Design:

Identify and design new, more efficient ways of working, often leveraging technology.

• Change Leadership:

Lead and inspire teams through the change process, fostering collaboration and a culture of innovation.

• Resource & Technology Management:

Secure and manage the necessary people, tools, and technologies to support initiatives.

• Risk & Benefit Management:

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks while articulating and tracking the benefits of transformation.

Experience

• Experience of leading large scale projects, ideally within the Cards & Payments industry (specialising in one of more - systems development, infrastructure projects, data projects) involving business process and change, organisation change, and multiple large-scale technology components
• Experience leading Waterfall & Agile Scrum projects

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

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