Job Description Programme Planner
NS&I | Remote | Inside IR35 | SC Cleared | Until 31/12/2026
Pay Rate: £368.52 per day (Umbrella) Location: Remote Contract Length: Until 31st December 2026 Clearance: Active SC Clearance required IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an experienced Programme Planner to support a major transformation programme within NS&I.
Working within the Project and Programme Management Office (PMO), you will play a key role in supporting Programme and Project Managers with the creation, maintenance and governance of programme plans, ensuring successful delivery against strategic objectives.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a large-scale transformation programme and contribute to a complex organisational change initiative.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain and manage programme and project plans.
- Support Programme Managers and Directors in planning and delivery activities.
- Ensure programme teams understand project schedules, dependencies and milestones.
- Monitor progress against plans and highlight risks, issues and delays.
- Maintain planning standards, governance and reporting processes.
- Coordinate dependencies across multiple work streams and stakeholders.
- Provide accurate schedule reporting and forecasting to senior leadership.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Programme Planner or Senior Project Planner within complex transformation programmes.
- Strong planning and scheduling expertise using recognised project planning tools.
- Experience supporting large-scale programmes through PMO or Programme Management environments.
- Ability to manage dependencies, risks and critical path activities.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Active SC Clearance or ability to work in an SC-cleared environment.
Highly Desirable
- Experience supporting organisations through large-scale migration or platform transformation programmes.
- Previous involvement in banking platform migrations or financial services transformation initiatives.
- Experience working within the financial services or banking sector.
- Experience delivering programmes within highly regulated environments.
If you are an experienced Programme Planner with a background in large-scale transformation programmes and financial services, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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SC Cleared Programme Planner in Glasgow employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
As a Senior Finance Manager in our well-established machinery sector company, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and contributions. We offer a competitive salary of up to £55,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work closely with senior leadership, ensuring your role is both impactful and rewarding. With a focus on employee growth and autonomy, this position provides a unique opportunity to influence financial and operational decision-making within a dynamic SME setting.
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