Programme Manager

We’re looking for an experienced and strategic
Programme Manager
to play a leading role in delivering Wythenshawe Community Housing Group’s (WCHG) transformation ambitions.

This is a high-impact role at the heart of our organisation, responsible for shaping and leading a portfolio of change that improves how we work, strengthens services for customers, and ensures we deliver real, measurable benefits. If you’re passionate about structured change, strong governance and people-centred transformation, this is an opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Transformation is central to how WCHG delivers excellent services and supports thriving communities. As our Transformation Programme Manager, you’ll lead the Programme Management Office (PMO), align projects to strategic priorities, and ensure our change activity is well-governed, inclusive and focused on outcomes.

You’ll work closely with senior leaders, project managers and stakeholders across the organisation to drive innovation, manage risk and embed a culture of continuous improvement.

• Establishing and leading a fully functioning Programme Management Office (PMO)
• Designing and delivering a long-term transformation programme aligned to organisational priorities
• Providing clear governance, reporting and assurance across programmes and projects
• Leading and supporting Project Managers to deliver projects on time, to scope and within budget
• Tracking benefits realisation, risks and performance across all work streams
• Engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels through clear, transparent communication
• Leading key corporate transformation projects with measurable impact
• Embedding quality assurance, consistency and continuous improvement
• Deputising for the Assistant Director of Transformation and contributing to strategic leadership

As an Investors in People Health & Wellbeing recognised employer we offer a wide range of benefits such as;

• 25 days Annual Leave, rising to 30 with length of service and subject to approval the option to buy and sell additional annual leave*
• Enhanced leave options for Maternity, Paternity, Adoption & Shared Parental Leave*
• Enhanced Pension scheme contributions
• Our Health Care Plan gives you money back for dental, optical, therapy costs and more
• Subsidised Healthy Living benefits i.e. gym membership or yoga classes
• Subsidised Leisure Learning benefits i.e. finance towards driving lessons or learning a new language
• Car Lease Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme*
• Volunteering days in the local community
• We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension option*

Final date to receive applications – Sunday 4th January 2026

Interview Date – Thursday 15th January 2026

Please note the above dates are subject to change, and the advert may be closed early dependent on applications received. If you are interested in applying, don’t wait!