At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and oversee a complex transformation programme, ensuring strategic alignment and delivery excellence.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a pivotal role within Local Government.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate of £700, with potential for long-term engagement.
- Other info: Onsite role in Devon, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on transformative projects while collaborating with senior leaders.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in portfolio/programme management and leading change initiatives.
We are looking for an experienced and driven Portfolio / Programme Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering the LGR programme. This is a unique opportunity to operate at both a strategic and operational level, working alongside senior leaders, including the Portfolio Director and Board, to ensure the successful delivery of a high-profile, complex transformation programme.
About the Role
As Portfolio Manager, you will provide leadership, coordination, and governance across a diverse portfolio of programmes. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will help shape strategy, drive delivery, and ensure alignment with the clients vision. You’ll work with a wide range of stakeholders, helping to remove barriers, maintain momentum, and ensure excellence in programme governance and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, delivery, and oversight of the LGR portfolio
- Act as a strategic partner to the Portfolio Director and Board
- Coordinate governance, reporting, and forward planning across programmes
- Manage risks, issues, and dependencies (RAID), ensuring proactive resolution
- Support and influence senior stakeholders across multiple organisations
- Provide leadership to the Portfolio & Programme Management Office (PMO)
- Ensure effective communication and alignment across all programmes
- Drive continuous improvement and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture.
About You
You are an experienced portfolio or programme management professional with a proven ability to deliver in complex environments.
Key experience
- Portfolio/programme management within large or complex organisations
- Leading large-scale transformation or change initiatives
- Building and managing high-performing teams and stakeholder networks
- Experience working in Local Government.
If you are available and interested, please apply today!
Transformation Program Manager - LGR Project employer: Lorien Resourcing
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Devon that prioritises employee growth and collaboration, making it an excellent employer for the Transformation Programme Manager role. With a strong focus on strategic leadership and operational excellence, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values innovation and continuous improvement. Enjoy the unique opportunity to work closely with senior leaders while contributing to impactful transformation initiatives in a dynamic environment.
