Program Delivery Lead

**Ready to drive meaningful changes and lead high-impact projects and programs?**

Do you have a strong background in leading complex, digitally enabled portfolios and a hands-on approach to implementing effective ways of working?

We’re looking for an experienced Program Delivery Lead to oversee a wide-ranging, council-wide portfolio of digital and transformation initiatives. This role will enable an ambitious council’s plans to improve the customer experience, streamline processes, and set a strong foundation for future service delivery.

**About the Role**:
As the Program Delivery Lead, you’ll set the framework and standards for managing and delivering a variety of projects and programs across the council. With a primary focus on enabling digitalisation and effective risk management, you’ll support strategic prioritisation, implement financial controls, and work collaboratively with stakeholders. Reporting to the Director of Transformation, you’ll manage a small team of Programme Managers and Business Analysts, as well as matrix resources across the council, to drive transformation efforts forward.

**Job Title**: Program Delivery Lead
**Location**: Hybrid role, primarily based in Nottingham with an average of two days per week on-site
**Working Hours**: 37 hours per week, with flexible working and occasional outside-hours commitments
**Salary**: £54,392 - £56,527 per annum

**Benefits**:

- Generous holiday allowance
- Comprehensive pension scheme
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for guidance on financial and legal matters
- Discounts on retail and significantly discounted gym memberships at five leisure centres
- Free on-site parking at offices located within an award-winning park

**Your Responsibilities**:

- Establish and embed project delivery frameworks, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies, to support effective council-wide transformation.
- Maintain the council’s Project Log and report on progress to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), providing oversight of all project activities.
- Oversee resource planning, with a focus on digitally enabled projects, and work closely with ICT and service teams to ensure projects are ready for seamless transition to operations.
- Lead a small team of Programme Managers, Project Managers, and Business Analysts, and support the ‘right tools for the job’ approach to achieve results.
- Liaise with the Corporate Risk Management Group, ensuring risks are accurately assessed, reported, and mitigated.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline project governance, influence change, and ensure financial, quality, and risk controls are in place.
- Provide strategic oversight on benefits tracking, advising on project adjustments to maximize positive outcomes.

**What We’re Looking For**:

- Strong background in project or program delivery, with hands-on experience in implementing change, especially within complex, digital project environments.
- Evidence of resource planning for digital projects, with a demonstrated understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Proactive risk management experience across complex programs, with an aptitude for problem-solving and influencing positive changes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively at all levels.
- Experience leading and motivating a team in a complex, change-oriented environment.
- Knowledge of GDPR, subsidy control, and public sector procurement regulations is desirable.

**Why Join?**
- Lead on a transformational portfolio that directly impacts the council’s operations and customer experience.
- Work in a supportive, ambitious environment committed to digital transformation.
- Enjoy excellent benefits, professional development opportunities, and access to a range of wellbeing resources.

**Recruitment Process**:
The recruitment process with the hiring company includes a two-stage face to face interview process with the Senior HR Manager and Head of Transformation.
- Your Recruiters Limited is an equal-opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will receive a response, with detailed feedback provided to those unsuccessful at the interview stage._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £54,000.00-£56,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham

Reference ID: LD45897