PROGRAMME AND CHANGE MANAGER (Temporary) in Reading

PROGRAMME AND CHANGE MANAGER (Temporary) in Reading

Reading Temporary 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead transformation projects and drive change across finance and operational functions.
  • Company: Major international business investing in innovative change initiatives.
  • Benefits: Competitive daily rate, dynamic work environment, and impactful projects.
  • Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of exciting transformations and make a real difference.
  • Qualifications: Experience in complex project delivery and strong stakeholder management skills.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

£650-850 per day

The Opportunity

A major international business is looking for a hands-on Project / Programme Manager to lead critical transformation and change initiatives across finance, systems, data and operational functions. This is not a traditional PM role focused purely on governance. We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and who can work with senior stakeholders to deliver tangible outcomes. The organisation is undergoing substantial investment across ERP, procurement, payroll, data and process improvement initiatives, creating an exciting opportunity for an experienced change leader.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation projects
  • Build and manage project plans, governance and reporting
  • Coordinate business, technology and third-party resources
  • Drive stakeholder engagement across multiple functions
  • Manage risks, issues, budgets and dependencies
  • Ensure projects deliver measurable business outcomes
  • Support change management and adoption activities
  • Navigate organisational complexity across multiple business entities

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience delivering complex business transformation projects
  • Strong stakeholder management at senior leadership level
  • Experience coordinating cross-functional teams
  • Ability to gain credibility quickly and influence stakeholders
  • Comfortable operating in evolving environments with changing priorities
  • Strong commercial and business acumen

Particularly Relevant Experience

  • ERP implementations
  • Finance transformation
  • Data and reporting programmes
  • Procurement and P2P transformation
  • Shared services
  • Acquisition integration
  • Multi-site or international organisations

Personal Characteristics

  • Resilient and adaptable
  • Delivery focused
  • Pragmatic problem solver
  • Strong communicator
  • Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

PROGRAMME AND CHANGE MANAGER (Temporary) in Reading employer: JSS

JSS is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation in the heart of the UK near Bristol. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and the chance to influence strategic decisions in a pivotal role that shapes the future of hospitality revenue management. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and professional development.

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Contact Details:

JSS Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace PROGRAMME AND CHANGE MANAGER (Temporary) in Reading

Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Change Management
Transformation Project Delivery
Cross-Functional Team Coordination
Risk Management
Budget Management