Programme Manager - Immediate start required!
About the Role:
We have an urgent opportunity working in the public sector for an experienced Programme Manager to lead a complex, high-profile, multi agency programme over the next 6 months. This is a pivotal role which requires a seasoned professional who can quickly establish structure, manage multiple stakeholders, and navigate sensitive issues with confidence and discretion.
Key Responsibilities:
* Take immediate ownership of programme involving several workstreams
* Re-establish the programme's structure and define a clear critical path for delivery
* Lead and coordinate activity across multiple agencies and departments
* Provide direct support to a highly engaged leadership team
* Ensure consistent communication and alignment among key stakeholders
* Apply change management and PMO best practices to drive delivery forward
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Proven experience managing complex, high-profile and multi-agency programmes - local authority experience strongly preferred but experience in central government and police also relevant.
* Strong background in stakeholder engagement and cross-departmental coordination
* Confident handling sensitive and high-profile projects
* Adept at working directly with executive leadership and navigating political dynamics
* Experience of managing multi-agency working and several workstreams
* Practical knowledge of change management and PMO structures
Key details:
* Immediate start required!
* Duration - 6 months
* Rate - c.£550 per day OUTSIDE IR35
* Location - Northwest London 3 days per week