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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

Windsor/Leeds/Leicester/Stockport/Uddingston (Hybrid working)

The Senior Programme and Project Manager is responsible for planning and delivering complex projects & programmes, contributing to the

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

Senior Project & Programme Manager

Windsor/Leeds/Leicester/Stockport/Uddingston (Hybrid working)

The Senior Programme and Project Manager is responsible for planning and delivering complex projects & programmes, contributing to the New Business Net Zero business unit strategic goals.

We work in a hybrid, Flexible First way—typically spending 1–2 days a week in the office. However, this role will require someone who’s comfortable flexing their schedule as needed to meet the demands of the job. Whether you need to adjust your hours to fit your lifestyle or have specific needs that require a tailored schedule, we’re here to accommodate. Let’s work together to find a solution that works for you and benefits the team.

The successful candidate will lead project teams and project managers to co-ordinate efforts across different activities within the programme scope to ensure delivery is within budget (up to £10m), while managing complex interdependencies and mitigating risks in adherence with the Change Governance Framework.

This role is essential for maintaining a high-level view of the overall programme, ensuring that all projects are progressing as planned and delivering the expected benefits.

Key accountabilities:

• Lead multiple, complex programmes and related projects to deliver core business KPIs aligned to the New Business Net Zero (NBNZ) strategy. Develop and execute comprehensive plans, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, timelines and go to market strategies to ensure timely delivery of solutions
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and implementing contingency plans to maintain project and programme momentum
• Facilitate monthly programme boards with the leadership team to effectively communicate updates and aid decision making and alignment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tech, product, and business stakeholders, to define programme scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business goals
• Utilise advanced analytical reasoning to assess programme performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven optimisations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and technical solutions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team
• Coaching stakeholders and developing within the team
  
  

• Proven experience delivering complex technical projects
• Expert communicator and strong stakeholder management skills
• Resource and budget management
• Analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques
• Project management qualification desired e.g. APM or Prince2
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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