Head of Programmes, Property Services

3 months ago


Basingstoke, United Kingdom Sovereign Housing Full time

It's an exciting time to join us as Sovereign have joined forces with Network Homes to form SNG. Together we provide over 84,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced **Head of Programmes **to join our **Property Services** division at SNG on a** 12-month fixed term contract**. Based from our office in Basingstoke, you'll be responsible for leading the strategic and operational evolution of property services across Sovereign Network Group (SNG).

**The Role**

The **Property Services, Head of Programmes** will serve as a catalyst for organisational growth and change; delivering effective and efficient operations that drive SNG towards operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term success.

Working closely with the Business Transformation and Integration Team, the Head of programmes can leverage their expertise and insights to integrate property services initiatives with broader organisational transformation efforts.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Developing comprehensive plans for property services change programmes, outlining objectives, timelines, resource allocation, and performance metrics.
- Implementing effective change management strategies to facilitate smooth transitions, minimise resistance, and maximise employee engagement and adoption of new processes and systems.
- Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, colleagues, contractors, and partnering agencies, to ensure alignment of objectives and garner support for change initiatives.
- Providing direction to programme teams, overseeing daily operations, monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions as necessary to ensure successful programme delivery.
- Establishing mechanisms for tracking programme performance against KPIs, preparing regular reports for Executive Board and stakeholders, and making data-driven decisions to drive continuous improvement.
- Optimising the allocation of resources, including budget, resources, and technology, to support the effective execution of property services change programmes while adhering to financial and operational constraints.
- Establishing and maintaining rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure that programme deliverables meet or exceed established standards, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations.

**What we're looking for**
- Advanced understanding of programme management principles, methodologies, and best practices, with a track record of successfully leading complex change programmes from inception to completion.
- Expertise in change management theory and practice, including the ability to develop and implement effective change strategies, overcome resistance, and drive adoption of new processes and systems across SNG
- Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to develop and execute long-term vision and goals, aligning programme objectives with organisational priorities and strategic imperatives.
- Exceptional team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower cross-functional teams, foster collaboration, and drive results in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in financial management principles, including budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and cost-benefit analysis, with the ability to manage programme budgets effectively and optimise resource utilisation.
- Advanced knowledge of risk management principles and practices, with the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with programme activities, ensuring proactive measures are in place to minimise potential disruptions.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations, analyse data, weigh alternatives, and make informed decisions that drive programme success and align with organisational objectives.

**We have some fantastic benefits on offer at SNG, including**:

- £450 flex-pot annually, discounted shopping & cycling scheme
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
- Generous matched pension scheme (up to 12%), life cover at 4x your salary
- Access to a range of wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 virtual GP service
- Flexible working - we're committed to giving people flexibility as widely as possible
- Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance & critical illness cover

We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn more about us and our values.

It's an exciting time to be joining SNG as we continue through our transformation journey and work towards achieving the goals in our ambitious corporate plans. If you're looking for a new opportunity, then we'd love to hear from you


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