Programme Manager

At Evri we understand that searching for your first job, your next job, or that big promotion is a huge milestone. Here at Evri we always think about what it's like to be in your position when making those big decisions. It takes courage to make change happen in your life, and we're here to help you with that.

We're here for the first step, the next step, and the big step.

You're not just a number to us. You've got to know you'll love working here. It's as important to us as you ‘being the right fit'. We want to help you feel what it's like to work at Evri, to see the value you can bring to any of our roles, and how we can help you grow. We're never one-size-fits-all. Our careers are as unique as you are.

We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to deliver programmes and projects across a number of business areas to ensure that the programme/projects deliver to the agreed standard of quality and within the specified constraints of cost and time.

Evri is leading the way in creating responsible delivery experiences for everyone, everywhere, and that's how we approach our talent development. We're a kind, ambitious and diverse team, always supporting and encouraging each other. Our people are extremely important to our business, without them we wouldn't be where we are today, striving to do the best for our customers and clients. If you like what you hear, then we'd love you to apply!

You will be accountable for:

• Programme Management: Coordinating and managing a dependent group of projects and BAU activities that deliver the required outcomes.
• Project Management: To deliver a portfolio of projects within constraints of budget / quality / scope / timeline /benefits parameters.
• Ensure assigned section of the wider portfolio is on track providing update to the head of change.
• Lead and Contribute to the Portfolio Management Team to support the growth, development and success of the team.
• Delivering programmes in accordance with the defined complexity to the Cost, Quality & Time parameters defined, including:
  • Manage and deliver projects to agreed objectives
  • Produce and monitor plans for delivery
  • Produce and manage core project documentation as per the current Change Framework
  • Produce reporting relating to progress, risk management and issue identification.
  • Management and control of project financials
• Structure planning and sequencing of programme change in line with defined business benefits
• Facilitate decisions and make recommendations about the prioritisation of project requests within area of responsibility
• Manage and monitor a group of projects and programme that will deliver business financial targets and non-tangible benefits contributing to the company vision
• Influence and challenge the business to shape business cases that drive necessary growth plans and benefits; support business with the development of benefits realization plans as defined by the transformation committee.
• Proactively manage a variety of stakeholder expectations within all levels of the business: executive / senior management / operational / IT & Change delivery disciplines
• Manage programme & project uncertainty and understand the impacts of this on the programme / project and change deployment
• Lead, motivate and engage a Team of Programme and Project Managers.

To be successful in this role you will require the following…

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Portfolio Management Office core process areas;
  • Scheduling
  • Change Management
  • RAID Management
  • Programme & Project Assurance
  • Executive reporting
  • Project Reporting
  • Budgeting and Finance Tracking
  • Resource and Financial Forecasting
• Demonstrated use of the associated PPM tool sets and working experience in the definition of quality standards, processes and procedures to deliver projects on time, to cost and within scope.
• Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support across a fast paced and constantly changing environment dealing with recruitment, expenses, training, purchase orders and invoicing
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deftly adapt communication style between all stakeholders from operational to executive team
• Ability to provide coaching, mentoring and leadership of a team of PMO analysts supporting development, talent and progression

Why Work Here?

We're constantly looking at ways to become a more inclusive and diverse employer, and our benefits package is important to us. Here's some of what we currently offer:

• Flexible working; Opportunity to work remotely for the most part and occasional travel to our Morley office on an ad-hoc basis
• 26 days + bank holidays, as well as an option to buy and sell up to 5 days holiday
• Bonus Scheme; an annual bonus that can earn up to 30% if you really push the boundaries
• Car allowance of £6,000
• Career progression framework; map out your next steps in your career
• Pension; 3% employer contribution on top of what you choose to commit yourself
• A range of discounts from our clients
• We also have a range of flexible benefits such as additional life assurance, critical life insurances and others to choose from
• In addition to this, Evri have recently launched a fantastic new benefit which allows employees to request to work from anywhere in the world for up to 90 days.

At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That's why we're committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves.

We're on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We're committed to removing barriers and ensure that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.

We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome.

We're excited for the future. Let's deliver it together.

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