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About the role:

BSI are currently seeking an IT Programme Manager to work closely with individual Business Units to establish, shape and lead the delivery of a number of Projects within budget, quality and to agreed timescales.

This exciting opportunity will ensure Projects within a Programme are delivered in accordance with BSI’s Solutions Delivery Change Framework and will act as a “champion” in supporting Project Managers to deliver against this framework.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Establish, shape and lead delivery of all Projects within a Programme to achieve required Business outcomes ie establish the fundamental components of a Programme (scope, plan, resource requirements, roles/responsibilities, budgets, risks, issues and quality expectations). Lead the development and agreement of budgets for the Programme and ensure regular review of forecasts and actual costs in order to pre-empt any escalation to Senior Leadership. Ensuring BSI’s Solutions Delivery Change Framework is applied to all Programmes and that deliverables comply with the quality standards set by the IT PMO & EPMO. Establish strong working relationships with IT Business Partners in order to help shape the initial Programme of work and then provide ongoing support as necessary throughout the Delivery lifecycle. Be the “Trusted Advisor” to Senior Stakeholders/Business Units/Project Sponsors across BSI in all dealings relating to the successful delivery of Programmes. Provide strong insight to enable decision-making and help guide the direction of Programmes. Take part part in Strategic Business Meetings/Forums/Workshops in order to gain key insight which will benefit the Programme and the wider IT Solutions Delivery Team. Establish relationships with internal and external (to IT) Delivery Teams so that any interdependencies, risks, issues and constraints are understood and can be communicated back to the IT Solutions Delivery Team. Establish and manage reviews of Programmes at appropriate points during delivery, in order to ensure compliance against the Solutions Delivery Change Framework and continued business benefit of said Programmes. Where necessary, provide guidance, support and intervention/escalation. Monitoring and management of Programme/Project risks and planning/implementing responses accordingly. Empowering and inspiring the resources allocated to a Programme to deliver successful outcomes. Providing development and coaching support as appropriate. Seeking independent feedback from Senior Stakeholders/Business Units/Project Sponsors on Programme Team’s performance in order to ensure continuous improvement and share learnings internally with IT Solutions Delivery for the benefit of the wider Team. Producing/tailoring Programme status updates/MI to suit individual Stakeholder needs. Leading any discussions (with support from Legal, Finance and Procurement) in the creation of new contracts for supplier services in order to deliver against the Programme.

Knowledge and Experience Required:

Project management methods and techniques (e.g., stakeholder management, planning and dependency management, issue and risk management, budget, and resource management) Business Case development Stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict management Understands, respects, and takes account of the legitimate business and political drivers that influence stakeholders’ behaviours Looks ahead for potential problems and takes preventative or mitigating actions in advance Communicates the true status of projects Change management and business/operational readiness Agile delivery experience and expertise Experience of Supplier contracts, statements of work and working with third party vendors

Skills & Abilities:

Extensive experience within Project Management having built a career into Programme Management. Successful track record of delivering global technology projects, managing project teams of 20+ people

Education & Qualifications:

Educated to degree level or equivalent Formal project management certification - PMP/Prince2 or Similar

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What We Offer: 

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training and development with the inclusion of 27-days annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

Whenever you need to come into the office, we are located directly above Gunnersbury Tube station and should you wish to drive, we provide free onsite staff carpark at both our Chiswick & Milton Keynes offices.

Do you believe the world deserves excellence?

We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organisations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in.

Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors. Incorporated by Royal Charter, we’re truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark.

Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company.

If you want to contribute to this inspiring challenge, bring your open and enthusiastic mindset to our dynamic team, apply now and become part of the BSI family!

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