We are currently looking for a Programme Manager to join our rapidly expanding business and become an integral part of our team. The Programme Manager's goal will be to support the R&D team to ensure that all tasks are achieved in a timely and efficient manner, correctly resourced and highest quality attained.Key Responsibilities of a Programme Manager

• Create & manage the programme strategies in line with high-level business goals.
• Line management & professional development of the Project Managers.
• Create an environment to foster fast moving R&D projects whilst outputting quality & compliant products.
• Work with the C-Suite team to create product roadmaps, cascading down business priorities & goals.
• Implement best in class programme/project strategies & methodologies.
• Create optimal project team structures and workflows.
• Protect the business from project/delivery risks through strategic plans.
• Gate-keep all new initiatives, ensuring they go through the agreed scoping process.
• Working with the R&D team to identify and communicate risks, ensuring contingency plans are in place
• Writing progress reports and delivering presentations to the relevant stakeholders.

Key Competencies of a Programme Manager

• Managing multidisciplinary teams (direct & indirect)
• Managing multiple programmes simultaneously
• Process improvement
• Complex project delivery
• Agile project/programme management
• Iterative product development
• Project management & administrative software (Jira, YouTrack)
• Risk management
• Budgeting and financial management and controls
• Background in engineering (Electronic/Mechanical/Software)
• Dealing with high profile customers/clients

Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment's Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.Consultant: Danielle Godbold