10 programme director lead jobs found

Technology Transformation Director (Target Operating Model) Rate: Outside IR35 - reflective of seniority and strategic scope Duration: 12-month contract Location: Hybrid (London/City) Overview A leading consulting organisation is seeking an accomplished Technology Transformation Director to lead a major Target Operating Model (TOM) transformation within a complex enterprise environment. This is a high-profile engagement focused on redefining the structure, governance, capabilities, and operating model of a large-scale technology function. The role will be accountable for defining the future-state operating model and leading the end-to-end transformation agenda required to enable sustainable, enterprise-wide change. The successful individual will bring a blend of strategic operating model expertise and hands-on transformation leadership, operating confidently at executive and board level while maintaining control of delivery execution. This opportunity is suited to a...

Technical Program Manager — M365 to Google Workspace Migration essential Outside IR35: £500 – £600 per day Duration: 12–18 Month Contract Hybrid: London Company & role for Technical Program Manager — M365 to Google Workspace Migration: Our client is one of the UK's most established and widely recognised media publishing groups, with a portfolio of major national brands reaching tens of millions of readers across print, digital and social. Their technology division is now embarking on a flagship, business-critical transformation programme - and they need an experienced Technical Program Manager to own it from end to end. This is a high-visibility, high-accountability contract. You'll be leading a large-scale enterprise migration from Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace across a complex, multi-brand environment - working directly with the CTO and Delivery Director, managing third-party vendors and driving a programme that touches every corner of...

Technical Program Manager - M365 to Google Workspace Migration Outside IR35: £500 - £600 per day Duration: 12-18 Month Contract Hybrid: London Company & role for Technical Program Manager - M365 to Google Workspace Migration: Our client is one of the UK's most established and widely recognised media publishing groups, with a portfolio of major national brands reaching tens of millions of readers across print, digital and social. Their technology division is now embarking on a flagship, business-critical transformation programme - and they need an experienced Technical Program Manager to own it from end to end. This is a high-visibility, high-accountability contract. You'll be leading a large-scale enterprise migration from Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace across a complex, multi-brand environment - working directly with the CTO and Delivery Director, managing third-party vendors and driving a programme that touches every corner of the business. If you've...

Data Architect (SC & NPPV3 Cleared) - Contract (Outside IR35) Location: London (3 days onsite per week) Duration: 3 months (initial) Rate: Up to £570 per day (Outside IR35) Start: ASAP We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to join a high-profile London-based client on an urgent contract. Due to the sensitive nature of the programme, active SC and NPPV3 clearance is essential . Key Responsibilities Design and deliver scalable, secure data architectures Define data strategy, standards, and governance frameworks Lead on data modelling (conceptual, logical, physical) Architect modern data platforms (cloud-based) Provide technical leadership across data engineering teams Engage with senior stakeholders to align data solutions with business goals Key Requirements Strong experience as a Data Architect in complex environments Expertise in data architecture frameworks and best practices Experience with Azure/AWS/GCP data platforms Solid background...

Senior Project Manager - AI - Operational Efficiency - Op model - Outside IR35 Senior Project Manager - AI - Operational Efficiency - Op model - Outside IR35 6 month initial contract Remote - occasional travel to London £600 - £641/day (Outside IR35) This role sits at the centre of a major broker transformation. It combines operational efficiency, AI enablement and operating model change. What you will be doing Lead end to end programme delivery Own governance, plans, budgets and outcomes Drive operational efficiency with clear cost and process benefits Lead AI and automation initiatives and delivery roadmap Simplify structures and redesign operating models Engage senior stakeholders up to ExCo and Board What you need Insurance experience with a strong understanding of Broking Proven delivery of large scale transformation programmes Strong operational efficiency delivery track record...

Delivery Lead - Outside IR35 - Contract (Insurance) About the role Delivery Leads are responsible for the successful delivery of our clients’ projects across the full lifecycle, from inception to launch and beyond. Typical project sizes range from 50 to 1,000 days, and our projects span multiple sectors and technologies. On this occasion, you’ll work alongside a client’s Finance function to make sense of their portfolio of change. You’ll help bring together the various Finance and CDO (Chief Data Officer) initiatives, build a shared view of the roadmap, and support the decisions on what order things should be delivered in – weighing each initiative on cost, ease, risk and value. This starts as a portfolio-shaping effort. Once the priorities are agreed, you’ll lead the delivery of that work, keeping it flowing and the team motivated, supported, and happy. Your job is to keep the delivery running smoothly and make sure the client has a positive experience...

We are seeking an experienced AI Consultant - Copilot & Transformation specialist to join a high-profile client-facing advisory engagement based in Ealing, West London. This is an initial discovery-phase contract (outside IR35), offering a rare opportunity to support a major enterprise transformation programme where the client is actively investing in AI-driven change, automation, and modernisation of their operating model. The engagement will focus on working closely with senior stakeholders to understand existing business processes, technology landscapes, and operational challenges. You will lead discovery workshops, identify high-value opportunities for AI, Microsoft Copilot, and RPA-driven automation, and define a clear, actionable roadmap for enterprise-wide transformation. This is a greenfield-style opportunity where your input will directly shape the client's AI and automation strategy from the ground up, influencing both technical direction and business outcomes....

This role is delivered within secure environments. Candidates must be eligible for UK SC clearance and hold UK citizenship. Join the Mission At ByDesign Secure, we believe that world‑class security shouldn't be an afterthought— it should be the foundation. We are an independent, outputs‑based consultancy dedicated to solving the most complex data assurance challenges in the UK public sector. Currently, we are working on a landmark transformation of a cross‑government secure IT system. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and consumption of a private cloud environment from the ground up and help modernise the end‑user services that support national decision‑making. We don’t believe in “billing by the hour” or rigid hierarchies; we are a lean, expert team focused on delivering high‑impact outcomes. If you are a self‑starter who thrives on autonomy and wants to see your analysis, insights, and business decisions shape the future of sovereign security, we...

Senior Product Manager / Product Owner – Data and Technology Contract: 6 months Rate: £600-700 PD (Outside IR35) Location: London / Hybrid x2 days onsite Overview We are seeking an experienced Product Manager / Product Owner to join a major health data programme. You will define and deliver products that enable secure, trusted and efficient access to health data at scale. You will work closely with stakeholders, users and technical teams to drive product strategy, prioritisation and delivery, ensuring solutions create measurable value and improve user outcomes. This role is ideal for a product professional who enjoys operating in complex environments, managing diverse stakeholder groups and translating policy, governance and operational requirements into successful digital products. Role & Responsibilities Product Strategy & Delivery Define and communicate product vision, strategy and roadmap aligned to organisational goals and user needs...

Join a critical cyber resilience programme where your project management expertise will directly protect essential business operations during cyber threats and system outages. Salary: £500 - 600 per day Business Continuity Project Manager This Business Continuity PM will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of Business Continuity Planning initiatives within a Cyber Essentials programme, ensuring critical services can continue operating during cyber incidents and major system outages. Day Rate: £500pd - £600pd IR35 Status: Outside Travel: Remote Duration: Initial 6 months Responsibilities: Lead delivery of the Business Continuity Planning (BCP) workstream within a major Cyber Essentials programme, ensuring critical services remain operational during cyber incidents and system outages Coordinate the implementation of BCP initiatives across multiple IT and operational teams, managing a growing backlog of resilience and recovery activities Work closely with...