Programme Manager – Security Cleared

Programme Manager (Security Cleared)

Leading complex programmes using Scaled Agile (SAFe) and traditional delivery methods within the UK public sector with an accent on stakeholder management, risk management, and financial oversight. Focus on coordinating delivery across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy, and driving measurable business value.

Location: Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices.

Must hold active Security Check (SC) clearance.

Salary: Up to £85000 per annum

What you will do

• Lead and manage complex programmes consisting of multiple projects or workstreams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, clients, delivery teams, and suppliers.
• Oversee programme delivery within Agile/SAFe and more traditional environments.
• Establish and maintain programme governance frameworks, including reporting on progress, risks, dependencies, and financial performance.
• Manage programme budgets, resource allocation and forecasting, ensuring efficient utilisation and strong financial oversight.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement across programme teams.

Requirements

• Experience delivering complex digital programmes within the UK Public Sector.
• Experience working within Agile delivery environments, coordinating multiple teams within frameworks such as SAFe.
• Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders, manage expectations, and communicate effectively across both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrable experience in programme governance, financial management, risk management and benefits realisation.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills, with the ability to motivate teams and drive delivery outcomes.
• Candidates must hold active Security Check (SC) clearance.

Nice to have

• A degree or equivalent qualification related to programme management, business, technology or a relevant discipline.
• Certified SAFe Practitioner (Scaled Agile Framework) or equivalent Agile programme delivery certification.
• Experience working within law enforcement and/or defence sectors is desirable.
• Experience delivering digital solutions with a focus on user needs (User Centred Design) aligned to GDS/CDDO standards.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions (5%).
• Private healthcare with Bupa.
• Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access.
• Perkbox membership.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.