Programme ManagerDuration - 6 Months with scope to extend Location - Warwick/HybridAbout the role This role will sit within the Programme Delivery team of Transformation and Major Projects and will be part of the flexible central pool of Programme and Project professionals who will be deployed to support major deliveries. The post holder will be allocated to a programme in the client's portfolio to support its initiation or path back to green, postings will likely last 6 to 9 months. While the requirements will be flexible it is likely that the post holder will be responsible for all aspects of programme management reporting to the accountable SME. This will include Planning, Risks, Dependencies, Reporting etc. A successful candidate will need to demonstrate experience of leading in a variety of different programmes and be prepared to be flexible with work assignments.The position holder can be based in Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements. Key Accountabilities Preparation and maintenance of the Programme Plan with regular progress reportsDesigning and Leading the programme's governance arrangements, supporting and feeding into programme and executive governance ensuring materials are high qualityManaging the programme's budget - monitoring expenditure and costs against delivered and realised benefits and managing the budget forecastEnsuring the appropriate allocation of skills and resources to individual workstreamsEnsuring the products and services delivered from workstreams meet the required standards for quality, time and budgetManaging communications with stakeholders and inputting into the Communications PlanManaging dependencies and interfaces between projectsManaging risks and issues at a programme level - including working closely with the Third Party Partners, IT team and other key stakeholders to ensure optimum solutionsOverseeing the delivery of business change holistically, covering changes to people, processes and technologyManaging an effective Programme Management OfficeReporting programme progress at regular intervalsContract Management of Primary Third Party (if being utilised) delivery partner and acting as the first point of escalation About you We're forging the path, and we know we can't do it alone. That's why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we're looking for someone who: Experience delivering transformational change of strategic nature, leading projectsExperience delivering change in operationally critical environmentsExperience in both waterfall and agile environmentsStrong leadership, interpersonal and communication skillsGood knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmesGood knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation proceduresComfortable working with and challenging senior executive stakeholders when required If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a vibrant team, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.We can't wait to hear from you!Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you