Planning Manager

2 days ago

United Kingdom rmg digital Full time €400

Are you ready to lead the charge in delivering transformative change on a global scale? A unique opportunity has arisen for a talented Programme Planning Manager to join an ambitious global transformation programme. This high-impact role will oversee integrated planning across multiple complex projects, ensuring the seamless design, delivery, and deployment of cutting-edge solutions.

Title: Programme Planning Manager

Location: London (Hybrid)

Rate: £400 per day outside IR35

Length: 6 months

The Opportunity:

This strategic position offers the chance to work within a fast-paced, multinational organisation, driving change at the highest level. You’ll be instrumental in creating and maintaining robust project plans, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring the programme’s success—all while working closely with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Integrated Programme Planning

  • Develop and manage detailed programme and project plans aligned with overarching objectives.
  • Coordinate planning across multiple projects, identifying and managing dependencies.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date plans by liaising with work package leads.
  • Proactively mitigate risks and resolve resource constraints using advanced planning tools such as Monday.com and MS Project.

Resource Management

  • Forecast and allocate resources across the programme, balancing supply and demand.
  • Create a detailed resource plan that incorporates cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure adherence to policies and regulations.

Stakeholder Management

  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders, keeping them informed of timeline progress and risks.
  • Provide clear updates on planning health and resource allocation.

Planning Methods and Tools

  • Develop and implement standardised planning processes, templates, and dashboards.
  • Deliver transparent insights to programme leadership and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Bring:

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Demonstrable success managing multi-project portfolios in complex, multinational environments.
  • Strong planning and analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Monday.com and Microsoft Project.
  • Deep knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP/PRINCE2 preferred) and hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at working with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Desirable Skills:

  • Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost management.
  • Familiarity with digital transformation and change management processes.

Qualifications:

  • Proven programme planning/project management experience, ideally within a global context.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
  • Advanced professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are highly desirable.

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