Programme Manager / Business Planning Manager

London / Hybrid
£63,000 (Circa) + Bonus + Bens
An excellent opportunity hs1
gas arisen with a global brand, this role plays a critical part in supporting programme delivery and business planning. This is a high-profile position which will have a high impact within the organisation. The individual will work cross-functionally to develop, plan and monitor the delivery of programmes and projects that support strategic plan. The role will also be responsible for maintaining excellent programme governance, will be committed to a culture of continuous improvement and best operational practice. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, project management skills and business acumen to ensure that both programs and business plans are delivered. It also requires the ability to understand business operations and work closely with colleagues to drive both collaboration and operational improvements. This is a highly visible role across the organisation working regularly with senior management and executive directors.

Role and Responsibilities:
Programme and project management

Drive the ongoing development of a programme management culture, providing support to programme/project leaders and their teams in the form of training, guidance, guidelines, templates and documentation
Balance the need to hold programme/project managers and departmental managers to account for delivery of quality and timely management information, with the need for effective and collaborative working culture
Take a lead of developing the PMO and business planning function] so that it is fit for purpose, future-proofed and can support a broader range of programmes and operational delivery in the future
Manage and maintain project templates to ensure they can be accessed and utilised when requiredStrategic business planning

Manage the operating (annual) and strategic (three-year) planning process
Support strategic programme/project development programmes as they arise
Work with various departments to align business objectives over the short, medium and long-term
Work with departments and Executive team to identify core gaps in processes and support the implementation of solutions
Provide, where necessary, leadership and/or project planning support for key programmesReporting and delivery

Work with the business to ensure the production of easy-to-consume, accurate, comprehensive, and timely management information for leadership, Operating and Supervisory Board meetings
Provide personal insight, analysis and (where appropriate) recommendations to the Operating Board to inform decision making
Continually identify, recommend, and implement improvements to the necessary processes and systems to increase the efficiency and quality of our decisions
Forward planning for the board meetings, training with management on standardised and accurate reporting on a continuous basis, and cross referencing of operating plans against reports to ensure accuracy
Act as secretary to the Operating Board (the monthly Executive committee that monitors operational and strategic delivery)
Support the production of the content for other governance committees as required e.g., Supervisory Board and Audit and Risk Committee
Essential Skills and Experience:

Experience covering project and programme management
Logical thinker who can move from a big picture to detail orientation where required, but also present detailed and complex information in a format that is easy to understand and digest
A critical thinker who is committed to a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Curious / Independent of mind / thought and willing to challenge when necessary
Someone who can build positive and resilient relationships
Someone who can communicate with staff at all levels of seniority and confidently
Ability to adapt technical content (e.g. methodologies, processes, models etc.) to fit the culture and audience
Confident and trusted business advisor, able to influence, challenge and manage at all levels