Programme Manager Location: Borehamwood / Hybrid – 2 days per week office based Contract: Permanent - Full Time – 37.5 hours per week Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum Reporting to: Head of Transformation & Strategy Job Benefits: 33 Days Holiday pro rata inclusive of bank holidays | Pension Contributions | Volunteer Day | Group Life Assurance | Cinema Discounts | Online Shopping Discounts | Cycle to work Scheme | Discounted Gym Membership | Virtual GP | Health & Wellbeing Support 24/7 Helplines with access to trained counsellors for support on Mental Health, Relationships, Work, Stress, Bereavement, Finances, Childcare and much more | Exclusive discounts on our holidays for you, your friends and family | Annual familiarization visit at any of our country houses for you and your family About the Role: HF Holidays is seeking a Programme Manager to join our Strategy & Transformation Team. As part of the leadership team, this role is key to delivering on our strategic objectives which is our commitment to introduce smarter processes and leverage technology to enhance efficiency and improve business processes. This role is crucial in driving our strategic goals and ensuring the successful delivery of multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: Programme Planning and Design: Working with the Head of Strategy & Transformation and wider leadership team, develop and manage the overall programme plan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Utilise modern project management methodologies such as Agile and Lean to enhance flexibility and responsiveness. Governance and Compliance: Establish and maintain robust programme governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. Budget and Resource Management: Oversee the programme’s budget, monitor expenditure, and ensure efficient resource allocation. Implement cost-saving measures and optimise resource utilisation. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including team members, vendors, and partners. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across all levels. Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and manage risks and issues. Develop mitigation strategies and ensure timely resolution to minimise impact on programme outcomes. Quality Assurance: Ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services, meeting or exceeding expectations. Implement continuous improvement processes and leverage feedback for ongoing enhancements. Technology Integration: Utilise advanced programme management software and tools, including MS Project, JIRA, and other relevant platforms, to streamline project tracking, reporting, and collaboration. Sustainability and Innovation : Promote sustainable practices and innovative solutions within the programme. Explore opportunities for eco-friendly initiatives and incorporate them into project planning and execution. Performance Monitoring: Implement performance evaluation metrics and KPIs to track progress and measure success. Regularly report on programme status to the Executive Leadership Team and other key stakeholders. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Provide guidance and support to ensure team members achieve their full potential. What are we looking for? We would love to hear from you if you have these essential skills: Effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Strong knowledge of modern programme management techniques, including Agile, Lean, and PRINCE2. Proficiency in budgeting, resource allocation, and financial management. Experience with advanced programme management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA). Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Commitment to sustainability and innovative thinking. Attention to detail and excellent time management skills. About HF Holidays: HF Holidays are a B Corp Certified British heritage brand with over 110 years of experience organising walking holidays in the UK, Europe, and beyond. We’ve been leading the way since 1913 and offer over 260 carefully curated guided and self-guided walking tours on six continents and in 40 destinations worldwide. Run as a co-operative, we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proud to be part of a community with a shared passion for the great outdoors. Friendship, fun, fresh air, and the feelgood factor have always been our guiding principles. Our 500-strong team are based remotely, at our Head Office in Hertfordshire and across our 16 country houses located in some of the UK’s best-loved national parks and National Landscapes. Our Application Process: To ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation process, we welcome candidates to submit their CVs without including personal identifying information, such as name, gender, age, race, religion, or any other factors that may reveal their identity. This practice aligns with our commitment to fostering equal opportunities for all applicants. If successful, you will be invited to an online / face-to-face interview. Equity and Diversity: We recruit, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. HF Holiday’s has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination; We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against candidates based on any of the protected characteristics set out under the Equalities Act 2010 or any other characteristic protected by law. HF Holidays also provides reasonable adjustments to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. We are a member of the Business Disability Forum, a Disability Confident Employer and we operate the Guaranteed Interview Scheme to those candidates who meet our essential criteria. If you need to enquire about a reasonable adjustment, need assistance with completing the application process or wish to be interviewed under the Guaranteed Interview scheme, please email recruitmenthfholidays.co.uk or call us on (0) 7918 652114 where a member of our Resourcing Team will be happy to help you.