Job Title: IT Programme Director (Operations & Infrastructure)
Duration: long-term contract
Location: UK Based Hybrid (x2 days in a week to Leeds)
Overview:
Experienced IT Programme Director to lead large-scale operations and infrastructure transformation within a global financial services environment. Responsible for end-to-end programme delivery, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing organisational capability and operating models.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead delivery of complex IT programmes aligned to business objectives
* Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and multiple infrastructure workstreams (cloud, networks, data centres, security)
* Define governance, reporting, and regulatory compliance frameworks
* Engage and influence senior stakeholders including CIO and executive leadership
Key Skills & Experience:
* Proven Programme Director experience in large, complex organisations
* Strong background in IT infrastructure (cloud, networks, data centres, EUC)
* Experience delivering large transformation programmes (£5m+)
* Strong stakeholder management and commercial acumen
* Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and ITIL