Programme Manager

4 days ago

Cambridge, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Please note: this opportunity is available as a 12 month fixed-term contract.

Working hours are 40 hours per week

Together with our client we are looking for a Programme Manager for Custom Programmes..

As a Programme Manager, you will bring together all programme components and supporting clients, team, and faculty to deliver a transformative learning experience to participants.

The role holder will be based in the Custom Programmes team, who focus on addressing the specific learning and strategic needs of our portfolio of organisational clients. The successful applicant will be responsible for the detailed end-to-end project management and on-site delivery or launch of a digital product of a range of programmes for senior executives from local, national, and global organisations.

Some programme schedules will be outside normal working hours, including weekends, and the flow of work may not follow a regular working week. Nevertheless, we understand the importance of flexibility in managing work-life balance; our structure includes flexible working hours to accommodate individual needs and preferences.

Main responsibilities: 

Project and event management

Manage a set of clients and programmes using formal project management disciplines including project plans, risk registers and risk management discussions, stakeholder maps and plans, communications plans, budget tracking, resource plans, weekly dashboards including tracking to milestones and risks, and regular upwards reporting into portfolio plans for the custom business.
Ensure full visibility of project progress at all times through accurate planning, progress and completion tracking and record keeping for all aspects of a programme.
Chair team discussions around activities, milestones, due dates, tasks due and dependencies, ensuring adequate planning, control and delivery of outputs.
Take full ownership of administrative arrangements for a portfolio of programmes, including but not limited to booking and securing accommodation, travel, catering, audio-visual (AV), entertainment, dinners, setup and maintenance of a virtual learning environment (VLE).
In co-operation with Business Development colleagues and Learning Designers, confirm terms and conditions with contributing faculty and external speakers, ensuring teaching materials are received, reviewed and, when necessary, translated in a timely manner.
During programme events, ensure clients and participants are fully supported in their learning experience with us. This includes commitment to the quality of all aspects of the event including co-ordinating with faculty, external providers/contributors, catering, facilities, and AV/IT teams as required, working as a team to deliver the best possible learning experience to participants including out of hours event set-up and networking commitments.
Prepare and support any programme activities in the live online environment from a technical perspective using Zoom or Teams, in a studio setup or remotely.

Stakeholder management

Work collaboratively with other members of the Programme Management team and staff in Executive Education, as well as the faculty to build our reputation as a pre-eminent provider of executive education programmes.
Manage internal and external stakeholders with confidence and diplomacy.
Manage all aspects of service for our clients to a very high standard and provide first-class customer service for our clients and programme participants.
Identify suitable service providers, including programme venues, hotels and Colleges to ensure participants' and clients' needs are met.

Communication and information 

Communicate with programme participants throughout their learning journey before, during and after their programme to ensure they feel well informed and supported at any stage.
Schedule and lead, in collaboration with learning designers and Academic Programme Directors, roundtables and rehearsals with the entire faculty team ahead of each programme delivery.
Collate, analyse, and distribute feedback to the Academic Programme Director and other stakeholders as appropriate, and chair debrief meetings for each programme for continuous improvement of our portfolio.
Maintain and update business information held by the company for suppliers and clients. Ensure that all records in the business management system (BMS) and workflow management system are accurate and kept up to date, in accordance with company policy and data protection regulations.

About you:

Our ideal candidate should have the following qualities, skills and attributes.

Education and qualifications:

Graduate level or equivalent qualification/experience.
Formal project management qualification (e.g. APM, Prince 2, Agile or other) or equivalent experience - desirable

Additional requirements

Customer-centric approach to working with an understanding of the requirements of event management, preferably in an educational setting.
Willingness to, alongside other team members, take ownership of all aspects of quality of our programmes and ability to drive team towards continuous improvement.
Be highly organised, demonstrating experience of managing multiple deadlines.
Good knowledge and understanding of modern office and learning technology.
An understanding that some programme schedules will be outside normal working hours, including weekends, and that the flow of work may not follow a regular working week.
Interested? Apply now and we will be in touch 

INDCMB

  • Programme Manager

    3 days ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom IC Resources Full time

    Are you an experienced Programme Manager looking for an opportunity to lead complex technical projects at the forefront of innovation? Our client is seeking a dynamic professional to drive the delivery of an ambitious product roadmap in a cutting-edge technical environment.   This role offers flexibility for full-time or hybrid working arrangements, with a...

  • Programme Manager

    4 months ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking estate programme managers to join our growing business. You will be part of a mission-focused team, working on some of the most exciting and purposeful programmes and portfolios nationally and globally. You will work collaboratively with our clients, regulatory bodies, and other consultancies to help our clients realise their...

  • Programme Manager

    4 months ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

    Company Description At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices...

  • Programme Delivery Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom AVEVA Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Programme Manager to join our team at AVEVA. As a Programme Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining appropriate programme level governance processes and procedures.This is a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects, manage complex work packages, and coordinate with...

  • Programme Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom The ONE Group Ltd Full time

    Joining this prestigious organisation as Programme Manager, on a 12 month fixed term contract, you will be working within a stimulating and collaborative workspace and have the opportunity to make an impact within an intellectually inspiring environment.This position is ideal for someone who has high levels of drive and passion and, wants to work within a...

  • Programme Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom The ONE Group Ltd Full time

    Joining this prestigious organisation as Programme Manager, on a 12 month fixed term contract, you will be working within a stimulating and collaborative workspace and have the opportunity to make an impact within an intellectually inspiring environment.This position is ideal for someone who has high levels of drive and passion and, wants to work within a...

  • Programme Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom The ONE Group Ltd Full time

    Job Description Joining this prestigious organisation as Programme Manager, on a 12 month fixed term contract, you will be working within a stimulating and collaborative workspace and have the opportunity to make an impact within an intellectually inspiring environment. This position is ideal for someone who has high levels of drive and passion and, wants...

  • Programme Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom The ONE Group Ltd Full time

    Joining this prestigious organisation as Programme Manager, on a 12 month fixed term contract, you will be working within a stimulating and collaborative workspace and have the opportunity to make an impact within an intellectually inspiring environment.This position is ideal for someone who has high levels of drive and passion and, wants to work within a...

  • Programme Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom The ONE Group Ltd Full time

    Joining this prestigious organisation as Programme Manager, on a 12 month fixed term contract, you will be working within a stimulating and collaborative workspace and have the opportunity to make an impact within an intellectually inspiring environment.This position is ideal for someone who has high levels of drive and passion and, wants to work within a...

  • Senior Programme Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom AVEVA Full time

    Programme Management at AVEVAWe are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join our team at AVEVA. As a Programme Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining appropriate programme level governance processes and procedures.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement programme governance processes and procedures, including...

  • Senior Programme Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Marshall Full time

    Job Title: Senior Programme ManagerMarshall is seeking a highly skilled Senior Programme Manager to join our team. As a Senior Programme Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of technical development and/or production projects.Key Responsibilities:Accountability for all project requirements, ensuring they are clearly...

  • Senior Programme Manager

    3 months ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom Marshall Full time

    Senior Programme Manager Competitive salary and remuneration package including, 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9%, private healthcare, car allowance Cambridge based the role has the opportunity for hybrid working (approx. 3 days a week in the office) Marshall, an independent, family-owned British company, proudly helping our customers...

  • CDT Programme Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

    Job SummaryThe University of Cambridge seeks an experienced programme manager to run the UKRI funded Centre for Doctoral Training in the Application of Artificial Intelligence to the study of Environmental Risks. The post holder will manage and deliver the CDT programme, with high visibility within the host department, the University, and beyond.Key...

  • Programme Management Director

    3 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Peridot Partners Full time

    Peridot Partners is proud to support The Bell Foundation in their search for a highly skilled Programme Management Director. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of their English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Programme, driving system change and ensuring that adults who are excluded by systemic language barriers have increased...

  • Programme Manager – Security

    6 months ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom AVEVA Full time

    AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals – safely, efficiently and more sustainably. We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the...

  • Preclinical Programme Manager

    1 day ago

    Cambridge, United Kingdom Walker Cole International Full time

    Walker Cole International is searching for a Preclinical Programme Manager to join an industry leading Biotechnology Company based in Cambridge. As a Preclinical Programme Manager you will be responsible for strategic assessment and development of therapies in the group discovery portfolio.Your responsibilities will be:Set the strategy of study design and...

  • Senior Programme Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

    We are seeking experienced professionals to join our team as Programme Managers. As a key member of our mission-focused team, you will work on exciting and purposeful programmes and portfolios nationally and globally.You will lead programmes and portfolios, creating the space for our clients to deliver a green, inclusive and productive world. Our programmes...

  • Integrated Programme Manager

    4 days ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Marshall Full time

    Programme Management OpportunityBased in the UK, Marshall offers a unique chance to work on deployable operational infrastructure projects.Package DetailsThe role includes a £60,000 - £80,000 per annum salary package.About the PositionThis Senior Project Planner role involves creating and maintaining integrated schedules.You will work with cross-functional...

  • Programme Administration Manager

    4 days ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Fauna and Flora International Full time

    Job DescriptionFauna & Flora International is looking for a skilled Programme Administration Manager to support the delivery of its programmes. This role involves managing databases, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills and experience working...

  • Senior Programme Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Marshall Full time

    Job Overview Marshall is seeking a highly skilled Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of technical development and/or production projects. As a key member of the Bids and Programmes job family, you will support an integrated whole Marshall Life Cycle Management Processes (LCM) and Business Management System (BMS).Key ResponsibilitiesAccountability...