ITS Programme Manager

The ITS Programme Manager is a strategic and operational partner to the Head of IT & Technical Services (ITS), responsible for driving the delivery of the ITS portfolio, supporting strategy, and improving organisational effectiveness.

Key Focus Areas

• ITS portfolio and roadmap delivery
• Cross‑functional programme leadership
• Governance, reporting, risk management
• Strategic planning and financial oversight and risk coordination

ITS Project Portfolio

• Define and maintain the ITS roadmap
• Lead annual planning cycles
• Oversee ITS portfolio governance and delivery
• Lead cross‑functional initiatives across ITS and the organisation
• Ensure reporting and stakeholder visibility
• Align initiatives with organisational strategy

Responsibilities beyond Portfolio Management

• Lead budget planning and financial oversight
• Drive operational improvements
• Oversee licence management
• Strengthen governance and committees
• Represent ITS in risk and stakeholder forums

Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide matrix leadership across projects

Working Environment

• Fast‑paced, complex environment
• High autonomy and ambiguity
• Cross‑functional collaboration

Requirements

• 6‑7 years minimum relevant project management or business administration experience
• An undergraduate degree in IT or relevant fields or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Project management training: PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent qualification
• Ability to motivate, engage and lead project teams
• Broad demonstrable experience of successfully supporting projects
• Tailor expert knowledge to project needs and circumstances
• Experience with project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet/Alfresco)
• Capable of working under own initiative
• Persistence to carry tasks through to conclusion
• Flexible and positive attitude
• Ability to deal positively with change and adapt to new situations
• Ability to constructively challenge ways of working and gain support to change
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills

Desirable

• Expert subject knowledge in either IT or scientific fields
• Suitable project area expertise (as required)
• Logical problem solving
• Contract and supplier management

Benefits and Contract Information

• Financial incentives: monthly family/marriage allowance of £278, monthly child allowance of £336, non‑resident allowance up to £569, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long‑term care, accident‑at‑work and unemployment insurances
• Hybrid working arrangements: dedicated desk available daily; predominantly remote with two on‑site days and three home days
• Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
• Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays
• Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)
• Campus life: free shuttle bus to and from work, on‑site library, subsidised on‑site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
• Family benefits: on‑site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
• Contract duration: 3‑year contract renewable up to 9 years
• Salary: monthly starting at £4,206 after tax (excluding pension & insurances) + benefits (total package will depend on family circumstances)
• International applicants: visa exemptions offered for successful candidates
• Diversity and inclusion: strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought; encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+, and individuals from all nationalities
• Job location: based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK; relocation required if based overseas

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