Programme Manager
Overview
Placement Type:
Temporary
Compensation:
£38.46 Hourly
£38.46 per hour PAYE (£80K p/a pro rata)
Start Date:
ASAP
We’re looking for an experienced Programme Manager to ead cross-functional programmes that deliver measurable business outcomes, streamline internal processes, and drive efficiency across teams.
This is a hands-on role that involves close collaboration with engineering, go-to-market, and operations teams, as well as ensuring projects run smoothly from start to finish.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the full programme lifecycle – from scoping and planning to execution and delivery.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to track progress, identify risks, and drive improvements.
- Develop clear project plans with defined scope, milestones, and timelines.
- Oversee change management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption across teams.
- Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and manage communications effectively.
- Collect and analyse programme data to maintain accurate trackers and performance reports.
- Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to optimise processes and outcomes.
What We’re Looking For
- 4–5 years’ experience in programme or project management (ideally in a technical or cross-functional setting).
- Strong background in programme governance, planning, and delivery.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate across multiple teams and levels.
- Experience in change management and driving operational efficiency.
- Competence in SQL for data management and reporting.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
Core Skills
✅ Programme & Stakeholder Management
✅ Change & Communications Management
✅ Planning & Governance
✅ Technical & Analytical Judgement
✅ Continuous Improvement
✅ Empathy & User-Centred Thinking
💡 This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Programme Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and impact to complex programmes.
This role is open for a limited time. Next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates by Monday 20th October. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may be unable to reply to each applicant individually. If you have not received a response, please assume that you have not been selected for progression to the next stage of the hiring process.
Client Description
Our Client is a multinational technology company, specialising in Internet-related services and products; including online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. The atmosphere is relaxed with a diverse and innovative culture. Opportunities for growth and progression and networking with like-minded people across the business and beyond.
Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.