Searchlight Ventures runs cinema, leisure and hospitality venues across the UK, including The Light and All Star Lanes. We’re creating a new Programme Manager role, reporting to our Finance Director to set up the structure and ways of working we need to manage multiple projects. It’s a 6-month contract to build and test that structure, with the potential to become permanent.
What you’ll do
- Coordinate our rolling strategic plan and bi-annual budgeting process.
- Organise our Monthly Business Review, from papers to actions.
- Set up and run a programme office for our key projects, tracking cost, risk, resources and delivery.
- Oversee clear scoping documents and plans for each project.
- Keep our competitor and market tracker up to date and help shape our reporting.
- Organise company meetings and help coordinate our communications and announcements.
What you’ll bring
- Experience coordinating multiple projects or running a PMO.
- Good commercial sense, and comfort working with cost reports and P&Ls.
- Clear, structured writing, especially for scoping and project documents.
- The confidence to work across teams, build relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and keep a leadership team informed.
- Ideally PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM PMQ, MSP or a similar qualification.
Why join us
You’ll work directly with the senior leadership team to build our project structure from the ground up. It’s a varied, visible role in a fast-moving, multi-site business.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know.
Programme Manager in City of London employer: Searchlight Ventures Ltd
All Star Lanes is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, perfect for those passionate about food and hospitality. With competitive salaries, free meals on shift, and generous discounts for friends and family, employees enjoy a supportive environment that prioritises personal growth and development. Located in the heart of London, our iconic venues offer unique opportunities to engage with a diverse clientele while working alongside a dedicated team committed to delivering unforgettable experiences.
