Apply now Job no: 552280
Work type: Full time
Site: Redditch
Categories: IT
Location: Worcestershire
Salary: C. £70,000pa plus aligned Company Benefits (Pro rata for duration of contract)
Business Area: Halfords Support Centre
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Transformation Programme Manager to lead complex, cross-functional change initiatives that are critical to our organisation's success. This senior position will oversee multiple high-value projects (£1m+) that combine business and technology transformation, working directly with directors and heads of departments to drive strategic change and deliver measurable business benefits.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive programme plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and coordinating cross-functional delivery
* Lead and chair project working groups, establishing clear expectations and facilitating effective decision-making
* Implement and oversee robust project governance, including risk management, issue resolution, and change control
* Monitor and report on project benefits, maintaining transparency on progress, challenges, and achievements
* Manage project budgets exceeding £1m, working closely with finance to track and control expenditure
* Establish and maintain all programme documentation, including plans, processes, and meeting records
* Evaluate and recommend change methodologies to optimise programme delivery
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement and resilient project delivery
* Manage multiple concurrent projects within the organisation's top 10 strategic priorities
Professional Skills & Experience Requirements
Essential Qualifications:
* Experience in project/programme management
* Proven track record of delivering complex transformation programmes
* Strong commercial acumen with experience managing £1m+ budgets
* Advanced stakeholder management skills, particularly at senior leadership level
* Demonstrated expertise in risk and issue management
* Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
* Strong understanding of business and technology change management
* Expert-level planning and scheduling capabilities
* Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills
Leadership & Personal Qualities:
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills
* Strong influencing and negotiation abilities
* Proactive and self-motivated approach
* Resilient under pressure with a positive, solution-focused mindset
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across all organisational levels
The ideal candidate will combine project management expertise with strong leadership qualities and the ability to drive change in a complex stakeholder environment.
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