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Oracle Fusion Programme Director (L5) - Minimum 12 months FTC

Arriva is a leading European passenger transport partner, operating in 11 countries across the UK and Europe. The company employs around 35,000 people, delivering more than 1.5 billion passenger journeys connecting people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably. We have strong roots dating back to 1938, an ambitious growth and sustainability agenda, and a continuously developing relationship with I Squared Capital – a global infrastructure investment fund manager - who acquired Arriva in 2024.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and governance of a strategic programme. Act as an advisor to the Transformation Director, providing insight and recommendations on programme progress, risks, and alignment.
• Programme Governance & Controls: Maintain programme governance frameworks and reporting structures. Ensure programme is compliant with organisational policies and financial controls. Chair key steering forums.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Manage senior stakeholders to ensure continued alignment and support. Serve as the face of the programme, driving clear communication and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Delivery Oversight: Oversee multiple interdependent workstreams to ensure on-time, within-scope, and within-budget delivery. Proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies, and change control processes. Ensure delivery teams are aligned, well-resourced, and accountable.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Excellent programme management capabilities across complex, multi-stakeholder environments
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Strategic thinking with a focus on value delivery and impact
• Deep understanding of change management, organisational design, and business transformation
• 10+ years of experience in leading large-scale, cross-functional programmes
• Proven track record of delivering enterprise-level transformations (e.g., digital, ERP, M&A integration)
• Certifications in programme/project management (e.g., MSP, PgMP, PRINCE2, PMP) desirable
• Experience in managing executive-level stakeholders and governance

The closing date for applications is Monday 22nd September 2025. Arriva Group reserves the right to close this vacancy early.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Truck Transportation