Lead Planner - Technology & Data Programme
Location: Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)
**MUST have experience setting up projects from scratch**
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Planner to take ownership of integrated planning across a complex technology and data transformation programme. This is a critical leadership role, responsible for ensuring alignment across domains, suppliers, and delivery teams while maintaining a clear, executable end-to-end plan.
Initial Focus (First 3 Months)
* Define and implement the integrated planning strategy and operating model
* Establish planning standards, governance cadence, and reporting frameworks
* Build the baseline integrated delivery plan across technology, data, and suppliers
* Set up RAID processes, dependency mapping, and critical path visibility
* Identify sequencing risks, interdependencies, and delivery constraints
* Align stakeholders and embed planning tools, controls, and processes
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and govern integrated planning across all programme domains
* Maintain a single, consolidated view of delivery across teams and suppliers
* Manage dependencies, critical path, risks, and ongoing re-planning
* Ensure planning assumptions, risks, and decisions are reflected in delivery plans
* Drive cross-domain coordination and resolve planning conflicts
* Provide consolidated reporting, insights, and recommen...