Job Title: Programme Manager
Location: Hybrid (Whiteley, Hampshire)
Clearance Requirement: SC clearance is necessary for this role.
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Programme Manager to oversee the delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programs. This customer-facing position is crucial for building trusted relationships, aligning customer objectives, and ensuring successful achievement of both commercial and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, fostering strong, trusted relationships.
- Lead comprehensive programme delivery, managing scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
- Drive governance processes, including steering boards and executive reporting.
- Manage multiple projects, workstreams, and interdependencies effectively.
- Oversee financial performance, including forecasting and contractual obligations.
- Engage and influence stakeholders across customer, partner, and internal teams.
- Ensure robust management of risks, issues, and delivery assurance.
- Support programme growth through change requests, proposals, and bid activities.
Essential Experience:
- Proven experience as a Programme Manager or Senior Project Manager.
- Strong background in customer-facing, stakeholder-driven environments.
- Experience in delivering complex, multi-party programmes.
- Expertise in governance, financial management, and risk control.
- Confident in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Degree qualified or equivalent experience.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in regulated, safety-critical, or technical environments.
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile).
- Exposure to bids, proposals, or commercial activities.
Skills & Capabilities:
- Excellent customer engagement and influencing skills.
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Capability to manage complex delivery environments.
- Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
- Effective risk and dependency management.
Working Arrangements:
This is a hybrid role, requiring 1-2 days per week on-site, with regular travel to customer locations as needed. Training will be provided for Leidos proprietary tools and processes as required.
What We Offer:
At Leidos, we are passionate about customer success, united as a team, and inspired to make a difference. We provide meaningful and engaging careers in a collaborative culture that supports your career goals while promoting a healthy work-life balance. Our competitive employment package includes:
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- 33 days of Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
- Access to flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, and more)
- Flexi-Time Working
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from all community sectors and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. We encourage a sense of belonging and provide equal access to opportunities and resources. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know, and we will accommodate your needs.
About Us:
Leidos UK & Europe is dedicated to making the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science. We deliver innovative solutions that address complex challenges in defense, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.
What Sets Us Apart:
At Leidos, you can leverage your passion and skills to contribute to a safer world. We prioritize collaboration and flexibility, empowering our team to work effectively from various locations. We invest in our people through technical academies, career rotations, and development plans, fostering growth and inspiration.
If you are ready to challenge the status quo and make a significant impact, we invite you to apply. Join us in our mission to outthink, outbuild, and outpace the competition.
