Senior Programme Manager

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Highest Level of Government ClearanceTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeSalary - £96,200 - £144,200
Accountable for the management of a portfolio of complex Defence development programmes that deliver the right solution whilst ensuring schedule and budget adherence are maintained, in order to deliver business objectives. You will identify and deliver technologies and capabilities to support growth and scale of the C&I business area into UK Defence accounts. You are responsible for ensuring accurate and consistent reporting of the programmes to keep senior management, stakeholders and customer fully informed in all areas. This role will manage change to ensure programme and portfolio objectives are achieved.
Key Responsibilities

Lead and direct a diverse, multi-function matrix team to win and deliver all phases of the programme development lifecycle. Instil a 'Programme Excellence' mind-set, developing and coaching teams as required
Be the key interface to the external customer and senior stakeholders, managing and maintaining the relationship to ensure delivery of programmes and a high level of customer satisfaction.
Establish and be accountable for delivery of key programme milestones, plans, resources, schedules, and budgets in accordance with delegated authority.
Produce product roadmaps and associated business cases for investment approval decisions.
Manage the preparation and negotiation of bids, contracts, subcontracts and contract changes.
Identify and manage programme and portfolio risks and issues, identifying, agreeing and implementing appropriate solutions.
Lead programme management reviews and meetings as required
Support the Account Lead in developing and growing a professional and engaged team
Understand and apply all policies, processes and procedures around compliance and governance
Person Specification
Essential qualifications / experience

Proven leadership experience of complex Defence programme management, including change management
Successful delivery of development and in service programmes for complex / high value / long term projects and services, including transition into service.
Strong communication skills & experience to influence senior internal & external stakeholders
Able to translate & present complex technical concepts to management & customers
Expert in the application of recognized bid, project, programme, portfolio and service management frameworks eg Shipley, PMI, APM, MSP, Prince II, ITIL, including earned value management techniques.
Competent in the use of MS office including MS project or other industry recognized project scheduling tools.
Expert in risk and opportunity management.
Preferred qualifications / experience

Experience of successfully managing large, complex firm price development programmes into UK MOD departments.
Competency/Skill requirements

Commercial acumen and deep understanding of business financials to deliver results
Strong customer focus, with excellent customer and internal verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills, able to engage effectively with all audiences/stakeholders