Programme Director Any Regional Office

Overview

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Programme Director

This role will lead one of Isio's transformation programmes of work which will deliver a significant improvement to Isio's performance through the successful completion of this programme.

The role will report into Isio's Transformation Director and will have overall responsibility for one of Isio's critical programmes of work.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a programme of work within Isio. These programmes will be strategic in nature and will have multiple projects of work.
• Develop and execute the overall vision, goals, and strategies for the program to align with Isio's objectives
• Work closely with the Sponsor of the programme and collaborate with senior stakeholders
• Be responsible for the delivery of the programme outcomes
• Take responsibility for the management and maintenance of all programme documentation
• Own the relationship during the programme with any third parties and other key external stakeholders
• Take responsibility for the programme plan and governance
• Agree and monitor the realisation of benefits that will be achieved by the sponsor and business lines
• Prepare and present regular programme updates to the leadership of Isio
• Create, manage, and monitor the programme budget, ensuring financial resources are secured and allocated effectively for all projects within the program
• Lead, manage, and motivate project teams, providing clear objectives, feedback, and support to ensure staff are equipped and motivated to succeed
• Identify potential risks and challenges and develop strategies to mitigate them to ensure the program's successful delivery
• Continuously evaluate and identify ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of programme operations and delivery

Key Skills & Experience

• Excellent knowledge and experience of large programme delivery, preferably within the pensions industry
• Proven ability to lead and motivate diverse teams to achieve shared objectives
• Proven track record of delivering complex programmes of work
• Ability to balance programme priorities with Isio's objectives, values and risk appetite
• Proven leadership of programme teams including client and technology teams
• Knowledge of various program and project management frameworks, tools, and best practices.
• Great people management skills
• Proven track record of delivering solutions and resolving complex programmes
• Excellent communicator
• Well organised and structured

Qualifications (Desirable)

• SAFe certifications
• Programme management certifications

Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose

• Power 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 you

Isio 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 Isio

Isio 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.

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