Senior Programme Delivery Manager Reading, England
Job description
SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.
Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.
About the Role
Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Reading, or Havant.
Salary: £72,500 - £108,700 + Car / Car Allowance + Performance-Related Bonus + Private Medical Cover + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time, Flexible First options available
We are looking for a Senior Programme Manager to work with the IT Infrastructure & Platforms Director and other members of the ITLT to implement her delivery strategy typical responsibilities will include
- Provide strategic direction and leadership to a programme of activity, ensuring it is managed and delivered in a way that enables the benefits that were agreed at the initiation of the programme
- Establish and maintain highly effective relationships with multiple delivery teams involved in the delivery of the programme, stakeholders at all levels and business teams to ensure that the output from the Programme is understood and delivered in a way that meets and exceeds expectations
- Ensure successful transition to service, ensuring change lands well and meets business needs
- Effective management of 3rd parties, partners and Vendors reviewing their performance, ensuring alignment with SSE ways of working and values and leading engagement for the programme.
- Lead the delivery of multiple technology transformation solutions with focus on tangible outcomes in accordance with the appropriate methodology.
What do I need?
To be successful in this role, we would love you to have the following skills:
- Strong Service Delivery/Outsourcing knowledge to provide the delivery teams with support and guidance.
- The capability and skills to deliver a quality product at pace.
- Conflict resolution through negotiation.
- Be resilient, with the ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to manage complex delivery in a complex environment, potentially including applying remedial measures where appropriate.
About our Business
SSE IT underpins the technology needs of all the different businesses that make up the SSE group. From emerging technologies to data and analytics to cyber security - we power SSE's growth and enable it to generate value, while keeping it secure. As a trusted business partner that helps SSE lead in a low carbon world, we are proud of our service. Working for SSE IT is all about equipping SSE for now and the future.
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.
Next Steps
All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact [email protected] / 01738 275856.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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