IT Programme Manager

We're looking for an experienced and proactive IT
Programme Manager to join our IT team on a 12-month fixed term contract. In this role you will lead the end-to-end delivery and coordination of a multi-workstream IT Digital Transformation portfolio at First Bus London. This hybrid role will be based at Chiswick head office with three days a week working onsite. You'll work across a broad mix of programmes including Enterprise systems, core IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, Data, AI and automation, Fleet and operational technology and subsidiary brand technology.

You’ll own the day-to-day delivery oversight of our transformation portfolio.

You will be:

• Building and maintaining the integrated portfolio view, milestones, dependencies, critical path and the RAID log that keeps the leadership team confident in delivery
• Managing a range of system integrators, infrastructure provides and SaaS partners through to delivery
• Steering committees, project boards, status reviews and the executive level reporting that keeps our ELT and First Group stakeholders confident
• Tracking project budgets against approved business cases and supporting benefits realisation
• Working in matrix across IT service delivery, cybersecurity, data and digital functions
• Being the single accountable owner when something hits friction and the calm voice

We're after someone who's a natural communicator and thrives in a busy environment. You'll need to bring:

• Previous experience as an IT Project Manager, Programme Manager or an experienced Programme Analyst
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and Workday environments
• Confident managing system integrators, SaaS vendors and infrastructure partners
• Experienced with integrated plans, RAID, governance, status reporting and budget tracker
• Familiar with PRINCE2, Agile or hybrid methods
• Fluent in MS Project, Smartsheet or Jira
• Previous experience within transport, fleet or logistics (desirable)

• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Staff Travel Pass
• Nominee Pass after three months of service
• Cycle to work scheme