PM with Infra Domain

We are seeking a highly resilient and delivery-focused Senior Programme Manager to lead high-profile initiatives within our dynamic technology landscape.

This role is designed for a "high-bandwidth" leader who excels in large-scale corporate environments where objectives can be ambiguous and outcomes require multiple iterations. You will be responsible for navigating complex workstreams, managing constant context-switching, and ensuring rigorous end-to-end task completion.

Role-Hybrid 3 days on-site from Birmingham office

Key Attributes for Success

• Resilience: You possess the "staying power" to drive results in a large organization where outcomes are not always defined at the outset and may require significant iteration.
• Dynamic Flexibility: You can pivot instantly between high-profile initiatives, maintaining momentum even when priorities shift.
• Cognitive Agility: You are comfortable with constant context-switching, managing a diverse portfolio of concurrent tasks without losing sight of the detail.
• Execution Focus: You have a "finisher" mindset, with a proven track record of following through to full end-to-end task completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Delivery: Lead and deliver multiple complex projects and programmes, ensuring all strategic objectives are met efficiently and effectively.
• Stakeholder Influence: Engage and influence senior stakeholders (MD/Board level), building strong, trusted relationships to ensure alignment across the business.
• Ad-Hoc Problem Solving: Act as the "go-to" for resolving ad-hoc queries from stakeholders and team members, providing clear guidance and practical, immediate solutions.
• Structuring Ambiguity: Structure project activities and resources from scratch to maximize impact, streamline delivery, and create order out of complex workstreams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across Technology, Risk, Finance, and Operations to address challenges and implement industry best practices.
• Technical Stewardship: Leverage deep infrastructure experience to support and oversee the technical aspects of project delivery.

Key Skills & Experience

• FS Expertise: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in Project or Programme Management within the Financial Services sector.
• Proven Track Record: Demonstrable ability to drive outcomes and deliver tangible results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Technical Domain: Strong experience in Infrastructure projects (e.g., Cloud migrations, platform rationalisation, or systems integration) is highly advantageous.
• Communication: Exceptional senior stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into business-focused solutions.
• Organizational Mastery: Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable; able to structure "messy" problems into actionable plans.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.