Program Director - #1713614

Programme Director – Financial Services (Contract)

Sheffield or Birmingham – Hybrid (3 days on-site)

Initial 6-Month Contract

Day Rate – Competitive

Start Date – Within 3 Weeks

We are working in close partnership with a leading financial services client to recruit an experienced Programme Director for an initial 6-month contract. This is a high-impact opportunity for a senior professional with a strong track record in banking or consulting to drive complex programmes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage large-scale, business-critical programmes with clear milestones and deliverables


• Engage effectively with senior stakeholders, including regular presentations to ExCo-level audiences


• Provide concise updates, drive alignment, and ensure strategic objectives are met


• Support and guide teams through ambiguity and change, maintaining momentum and focus

Requirements:

• 
  Strong background in financial services, preferably banking or top-tier consulting


• Exceptional communication and presentation skills – must be able to influence and present to executive-level stakeholders


• Proven ability to work at pace in fast-changing environments


• Solid Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs


• Able to start within the next 3 weeks
  


• Flexibility to be on-site 3 days per week in either Sheffield or Birmingham

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and steer key initiatives within a highly respected organisation. If you thrive in high-pressure settings, have a sharp analytical mind, and bring a pragmatic leadership style, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please contact us today with your updated CV.