Director of Programme Delivery

Job Title: Director of Programme DeliverySalary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance + 20% bonusLocation: Remote
Our client is a fast-growing AltNet provider seeking an experienced Director of Programme Delivery to lead its strategic change portfolio.Reporting into the executive team, you will be responsible for the governance, performance and successful delivery of programmes spanning technology, network, operational and business transformation. You'll lead a team of Programme and Project Managers, build a high-performing PMO function, and drive consistent delivery across the organisation.This is a hands-on leadership role, not a coordination position. You'll create pace, challenge constructively, hold teams accountable, remove delivery blockers and ensure strategic initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes.We're looking for someone who has led complex programmes within a NetCo or AltNet environment and understands the realities of operating in a fast-paced, evolving business. You'll be comfortable working through ambiguity, influencing senior stakeholders and building momentum when delivery isn't straightforward.If you've successfully delivered change in a growing network business and know how to combine strategic leadership with operational execution, we'd like to hear from you.Responsibilities:
Own and evolve the PMO operating model, delivery standards, governance framework, portfolio reporting, risk management practices and delivery controls. Establish consistency and accountability across all programmes and projects.Provide leadership across the change portfolio, ensuring projects have clear plans, milestones, dependencies, ownership, financial visibility and measurable outcomes. Drive successful delivery whilst removing barriers and escalating risks appropriately.Lead, coach and develop Programme Managers and Project Managers. Build a high-performance culture focused on ownership, professionalism, transparency, planning discipline and execution.Act as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, providing clear reporting, delivery confidence, challenge where required and pragmatic recommendations.Drive improvements across planning, forecasting, reporting, governance, resource management and delivery maturity. Build a scalable delivery organisation capable of supporting future growth.A credible and resilient leader who thrives in fast-paced environments. Comfortable challenging stakeholders, driving accountability, operating independently and bringing structure to complex situations. A builder rather than a caretaker.
Essential Experience:Proven experience leading PMO, Programme Delivery or Portfolio Management functions. Experience managing multiple Project Managers and Programme Managers.Strong governance, RAID, planning and executive reporting skills.Demonstrable success delivering complex transformation, technology and operational programmes.For more information, please contact Scarlet Wilson.