Programme Manager

Role: Programme Manager Salary: Up to £65,000 + exceptional pension + package Location: Remote, with occasional UK travelFruition are working with a fantastic public sector organisation that is experiencing a period of growth. They are looking to hire a Programme Manager with a broad delivery background, someone comfortable leading programmes that include both technical and non-technical elements. The role will involve taking ownership of several crucial programmes, with a significant opportunity to make a real difference to their successful delivery. This is a truly people-centric organisation that values its staff and offers genuine work-life balance. They are values driven and have a positive impact on people's lives across the UK. Key ResponsibilitiesWork with both internal and external senior stakeholders to ensure their interests are identified and addressed, influencing and engaging with them to manage the programme effectively.Communicate regularly, engaging in professional debate to resolve issues, address differences between stakeholders, and challenge assumptions where appropriate.Provide visible leadership and line management (including matrix management where required) for the programme team, leading by example and demonstrating the organisation's core values.Coach and mentor programme and project staff to enable them to operate effectively within their roles.Foster team cohesion, ensuring regular meetings take place-at least monthly face-to-face sessions and quarterly full-team meetings.Build and maintain a strong, delivery-focused programme team.Cascade the organisational vision and translate it into clear delivery objectives for the team.Keep up to date with best practice and ensure continuous evaluation and improvement of programme and project management approaches. Required Skills & ExperienceProven experience in a Programme Management role.Experience of leading complex, high-profile programmes.Experience of managing both technical and non-technical workstreams.MSP Practitioner certification (essential).Experience in an Agile environment; Agile qualifications are highly desirable.Public sector experience would be highly beneficial. If this role is of interest, please apply via this advert and I will be in contact with further details.

Created: 2025-08-16