Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We're full-service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we're equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we're purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We're ambitious for our clients, our communities - and for you. Whether you're starting out on your career or well established, whether you're a lawyer or in business services. If you're looking for what's next, we are too. What to expect For business professionals, our environment is highly collaborative with value being placed on diversity of ideas, skills and mindsets. Not least yours. It's energetic, fast-moving and there's always something new to get involved in. You will get exposure across geographies and the firm as a whole. The future is a place of opportunity. Focusing on your success and for what's next, will ensure you thrive too. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join our established Project Delivery team. Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of a portfolio of high-profile and business-critical technology projects, alongside providing oversight across a wider programme of work. Working collaboratively with colleagues across IT, Business Services and the wider firm, you will manage a range of concurrent initiatives through the full project lifecycle and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). You will build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, project teams and third-party partners to ensure projects are delivered effectively and provide the intended business outcomes. The portfolio will encompass a broad range of technology and transformation initiatives, with a particular focus on AI and Agentic AI , alongside other strategic IT projects. You will also provide leadership and direction to our Project Managers and Business Analysts, including both permanent colleagues and contractors, creating a collaborative and high-performing delivery environment Key Responsibilities Planning and designing the programme and proactively monitoring its progress, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action Ensuring governance in line with IT structure requirements and delivery to appropriate levels of quality, time and budget Responsible for the full project lifecycle through design, supplier onboarding, planning, build, test, deployment and lessons learned. Responsible for the day-to-day management of 3rd parties and internal team members working on the delivery of the project including facilitation of appointment of individuals to project teams. Creation and ownership of MS Project plans, identifying and understanding dependencies and interfaces between projects, ensuring realistic delivery dates, and reporting progress against the baseline for key milestones. Creation and ownership of project RAID logs, including management of risks and resolution of issues. Responsible for ensuring engagement of key stakeholders and keeping them engaged and up to date with project and programme progress. Understand and communicate technical solutions and designs to both technical and non-technical audiences. Working closely with IT, business and 3rd party vendors to understand requirements and deliver effective designs. Responsible for reporting project and programme status, progress, planning and budget management to senior stakeholders at regular intervals. Manage, motivate and monitor cross functional teams as well as line management of a team of Project Managers and Business Analysts. Responsible for handover of solutions to support teams (internal and external) as part of service introduction along with production of relevant handover documentation. Responsible for working with business change management, including any training resource to transition solutions into the new business-as-usual position Skills
Programme Manager employer: Eversheds Sutherland
Eversheds Sutherland is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Leeds that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on employee growth through training and mentoring, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team while driving process improvements in billing operations. The firm values accuracy and compliance, ensuring that your contributions directly impact both local and international success.
