Programme Manager
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Remote |
| Area | Uk-wide, UK |
| Sector | Programme & Project Management |
| Salary | £700 Per Day |
| Start Date | June 18th, 2026 |
| Advertiser | Jack Latter |
| Job Ref | 7530-PSR1JP00102523 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | DBS/DS |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for a Programme Manager to join them on a 7 month contract. This position will be Remote.
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead delivery within a large-scale, multi-year transformation programme.
This role requires a strong digital change background—we are specifically looking for some-one who has led complex transformation programmes spanning digital, data, and business change, rather than purely technical delivery.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping and delivering transformation aligned to organisational strategy, working closely with senior stakeholders including the Programme SRO and Delivery Director.
Programme Context
- Large, complex transformation programme (~2 years).
- Multi-million-pound budget environment.
- Core focus areas:.
- Digital and data transformation.
- Operating model design and implementation.
- Business change and ways of working.
- Digital and data transformation.
Key Responsibilities: Programme Delivery & Leadership:
- Lead delivery across multiple workstreams within a major transformation programme.
- Translate programme vision into structured delivery plans and outcomes.
- Drive delivery aligned to government project delivery standards.
Digital Change Transformation
- Lead complex digital change initiatives, ensuring integration between technology, data, and business operations.
- Drive adoption of new ways of working across the organisation.
- Ensure transformation is business-led, not purely technology-led.
Governance, Risk & Assurance
- Establish and manage programme governance and reporting.
- Oversee risk, issue, and dependency management across workstreams.
- Ensure robust assurance processes and compliance.
Stakeholder Management
- Engage and influence senior stakeholders across government and corporate functions.
- Support decision-making in complex, high-profile environments.
- Build strong partnerships across delivery, commercial, and policy areas.
Planning & Control
- Manage programme plans, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Oversee a workstream budget of c. £2m with a lean matrix team (5–6 resources).
- Deliver against time, cost, and quality expectations.
Benefits & Business Case
- Lead business case development and approvals.
- Drive benefits realisation and value delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Strong digital change background (critical requirement).
- Proven experience delivering complex transformation programmes across digital, data, and business change.
- Strong programme delivery credibility, with demonstrable outcomes.
- Experience operating in structured governance environments.
- Advanced stakeholder management across senior and complex organisations.
- Strong financial, risk, and dependency management experience.
- Experience using agile, waterfall, or hybrid delivery approaches.
Desirable Experience:
- Public sector / government experience.
- Exposure to commercial transformation programmes.
- Familiarity with Government Project Delivery standards.
Qualifications:
- MSP, APMQ, or equivalent programme delivery qualification (preferred).
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
Working Environment:
- Lean, delivery-focused team (not large-scale line management).
- High-impact, fast-paced transformation setting.
- Complex stakeholder landscape with significant organisational visibility.
Candidate Profile We are looking for a Programme Manager who:
- Has led end-to-end digital transformation and business change programmes.
- Can bridge the gap between digital, data, and organisational change.
- Is comfortable working in ambiguity and complexity.
- Brings strong stakeholder influence and delivery focus within lean environments.
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.
Disability Confident:
As a member of the disability confident scheme, the Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
- Large, complex transformation programme (~2 years).
