The Vacancy
Ready to Lead the Charge in IT Transformation?
Are you an
IT Programme Manager
with a track record of delivering successful programmes and projects? Looking for your next big challenge? We've got just the role for you
Join the WPS Team
as our next
IT Programme Manager
, where you'll steer a dynamic portfolio of change programmes and projects, aligning Group IT with WPS functions. Your base? Our vibrant
Finsbury Park office
.
What You'll Be Doing
* Shaping and guiding IT programmes from inception to delivery, adapting to a fast-moving pipeline.
* Leading with precision—using tools like Microsoft Project and RAID logs to keep everything on track.
* Collaborating with business units, functions, and clients to bring project briefs to life.
* Championing exceptional project and change management using proven methodologies.
* Reporting on finances and KPIs to keep progress transparent.
* Ensuring governance is rock-solid across all IT initiatives.
What You Bring
* A proven history of managing multiple projects or programmes in medium+ sized organisations.
* Mastery of recognised methodologies and best practices.
* Communication skills that shine—whether you're chatting with colleagues or presenting to the Board.
* A hunger for your next challenge, with opportunities to grow and engage with C-Suite leaders.
The Fine Print
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Interested?
Once you apply one of our Recruitment Team will be in touch to chat through the role and next steps.
Work for Wates
Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.
We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises:
Thriving places
– working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.
Thriving planet
– protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.
Thriving people
– creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care.
We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
Work for Wates
Wates Group is one of the largest, and most successful family-owned private construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. We are building a place to work where everyone belongs, by one small act of inclusion at a time. We celebrate difference and welcome diversity.
As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.
The Wates Group are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, and Zero Carbon, from our operations and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry's environmental impact.