Programme Manager

Programme Manager – Automotive

Location: UK (Hybrid, Midlands)

Contract Length: 6 months (initial)

Day Rate: £750 – £800 p/d Outside IR35

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead a high-impact transformation programme within the automotive industry. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal moment, delivering complex, multi-stream change initiatives across business and technology domains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of large-scale programmes across operations, technology, and commercial functions.
• Drive stakeholder alignment across global teams, ensuring strategic objectives are clearly defined and achieved.
• Lead programme planning, governance, risk management, and reporting at a senior executive level.
• Manage third-party suppliers and internal resources to deliver against tight timelines and budgets.
• Ensure that change initiatives are embedded effectively and deliver long-term value.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Programme Director or Senior Programme Manager, ideally in contract or consultancy roles.
• Demonstrable experience in leading major transformation programmes within the automotive industry.
• Strong background in IT and business change delivery, with the ability to balance commercial and technical priorities.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including C-suite engagement.
• Ability to lead matrixed teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Familiarity with EV, mobility solutions, or connected vehicle programmes.
• Experience in agile, hybrid, and waterfall delivery methodologies.

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