Location: UK, Hybrid
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF73975
Shape the future of people strategy in a purpose-driven organisation.
The role
As a People Programme Lead, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-impact programmes that support our Group People strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to lead meaningful change across a global organisation that supports defence, aerospace and engineering sectors that underpin national security and essential services. This role allows you to influence organisational performance and culture while growing your own leadership and programme management skills. You will be at the heart of our Corporate Services function, driving strategic initiatives that enhance how we attract, develop and empower our people.
* Leading the planning and delivery of people-focused programmes using structured project methodologies
* Driving stakeholder engagement and ensuring alignment across teams and business units
* Managing project risks, issues and dependencies, escalating where appropriate
* Delivering high-quality analysis, insights and presentations to support decision-making
* Inspiring teams by clearly communicating programme goals and connecting them to wider business objectives
This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) with hybrid working arrangements (onsite and home).
Essential Experience Of The People Programme Lead
* Demonstrable experience delivering complex projects and programmes
* Strong stakeholder management and engagement skills across multiple levels
* Proven ability to produce clear, impactful presentations and insights
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively
* Adaptable and flexible in responding to changing business priorities
Qualifications For The People Programme Lead
We value diversity and welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds and education, provided you can demonstrate the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) / Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many roles within our company require national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Eligibility may depend on place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold. Further details at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
What We Offer
* Generous holiday allowance
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
* Employee share scheme
* Employee shopping savings portal
* Payment of Professional Fees
* Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-day special paid leave
* Holiday Trading that allows employees to buy or sell up to one working week of annual leave
* 'Be Kind Day' – one paid day per year for volunteering work
* Flexible working – options to integrate work and personal life while meeting business needs
Closing date: 02/06/2026
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