Program Manager

We're growing and want you to be a part of our journey.Senior Program Manager - 6 month FTC, immediate startIsio is on an exciting journey of growth and continuous improvement. We have defined a transformation roadmap and are now moving into implementation, with a Program Sponsor appointed to lead delivery of the workstreams. To support this, we are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager on a 6 month fixed term, who will provide the project management discipline, governance, and coordination needed to ensure successful execution.This role goes beyond traditional project management. It requires a dynamic individual who can help drive cultural change, influence at board level, and ensure successful delivery of a complex program that underpins Isio's ambition to grow and do better. The Program Manager will consolidate reporting, manage dependencies, and act as a key liaison between the Project Leaders and SteerCo.The successful candidate will combine structured project management expertise with strategic leadership skills, ensuring the program is delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives—ultimately helping Isio achieve its vision for the future.Responsibilities:Project Planning & GovernanceDevelop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocations.Establish governance frameworks and reporting structures to ensure transparency and accountability.Execution & DeliveryDrive end-to-end delivery of transformation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies.Prepare and present status reports, dashboards, and board-level updates.Stakeholder EngagementAct as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing decisions and gaining buy-in.Facilitate workshops and steering committees to ensure alignment across the business.Change LeadershipEmbed cultural and operational improvements through structured change management.Champion continuous improvement and innovation across business processes.Skills & ExperienceProven track record in large-scale business transformation and change management.Strong project management skills with experience in creating timelines, action plans, and reporting frameworks.Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage at board level.Experience in regulated environments and implementing governance structures.An understanding of the Pensions Industry is preferred or previous experience within Financial Services.Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across multiple geographies and functions.Demonstrated Commitment to our Core PurposePower in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other – building open and trusted relationships. Working together allows us to deliver the best for our clients.Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society.Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger.People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio's expertise and it is people's lives that we affect through our advice.What we offer youIsio is a people business, and we're committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business. The variety of work that'll be available to you will enable you to do this.You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits.About IsioIsio was 'born' in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK's Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry-leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience.Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward-thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us – valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform. Known and respected for our agility, we harness specialist experience, bold thinking and the desire to push the boundaries of what we can achieve for our clients, from small to blue chip, public to private.At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact.We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email hrrecruitment@ISIO.com