Average Programme Director salary in the UK

My client is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead the stabilisation, improvement and assured delivery of a major programme delivering into the UK Ministry of Defence. This is a senior, high-visibility role requiring strong leadership, delivery assurance and stakeholder credibility in highly regulated Defence environments. You will take end-to-end accountability for programme outcomes, governance, risk and financial control, while driving a clear delivery improvement agenda. Key responsibilities include: Executive leadership of large, complex Defence programmesSenior MOD and internal stakeholder engagementPortfolio-level governance, risk and financial managementProgramme recovery, stabilisation and delivery excellenceLeadership and development of senior programme teams About you: Proven Programme Director / Senior Programme Manager in Defence or National SecurityStrong experience delivering into MOD or equivalent environmentsConfident operating at SRO / executive level DV cleared (essential) Calm, pragmatic and outcomes-focused under pressure Please apply with a copy of you up date CV.

ERP Programme Director - Large-Scale Transformation (12-Month Outside IR35) Ready to lead one of the most complex and high-profile ERP transformations in the market? We're supporting a major organisation undertaking a multi-function ERP transformation programme that spans Finance, HR, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial and Customer domains. This is a rare opportunity to take end-to-end ownership of an enterprise-wide ERP delivery in a highly regulated, operationally critical environment. As ERP Programme Director, you will shape, steer and deliver a full ERP transformation - from programme strategy and governance through to cutover, go-live and benefits realisation. You'll chair exec-level steering groups, lead multi-vendor delivery teams, and own outcomes across cost, compliance and operational continuity. This is a role for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, delivery and stakeholder leadership. What You'll Lead Own the enterprise ERP programme, roadmap and delivery planEstablish and run programme governance, assurance and regulatory controlsLead delivery across Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Operations, Customer & Commercial functionsManage SI partners, ERP vendors and a complex supplier ecosystemOversee risk, quality, testing, cutover and hypercareInfluence senior stakeholders including CFO, CDTO and board-level leadersDrive adoption, standardisation and benefits realisation across the business �? What We're Looking For Proven experience delivering large-scale ERP programmes as Programme DirectorStrong background in complex, regulated or multi-entity environments (aviation, transport, FMCG, retail, etc.)Deep expertise in governance, risk, controls and multi-vendor deliveryStrong understanding of Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain and asset-intensive operationsExecutive-level communication and stakeholder influenceCalm, authoritative leadership in high-pressure environments ?? Why This Assignment? One of the most high-profile ERP programmes in the marketFull ownership of a transformation that shapes enterprise operations for years to comeOperate at board level with visibility across the entire businessOutside IR35, long-term runway (12 months+)Ability to deliver meaningful, measurable organisational impact ?? Interested? If you're a seasoned ERP Programme Director who can command a room, navigate complexity, and deliver with precision, this assignment deserves your attention.

Programme Director – Workday Finance Transformation My client, a Global Insurance Group, is looking to hire a Programme Director to provide executive leadership for the delivery of large-scale Workday Financial Management transformation, with a particular focus on Billing and Order-to-Cash processes. This role is accountable for shaping and delivering a complex Workday Finance programme and must be performed by someone with proven, prior experience leading Workday Finance transformation programmes.The Programme Director will operate as the senior authority across Finance, Technology, and delivery partners, ensuring the solution delivers compliant, scalable, and value-driven outcomes.Outside IR35 – circa £1250. For further details, please apply using the link. 12-18 month assignment. Key ResponsibilitiesProgramme Strategy & LeadershipDefine and own the end-to-end Workday Finance transformation strategy, delivery roadmap, and operating modelAct as the single point of accountability for programme scope, budget, timeline, and outcomesLead and direct multiple workstreams across Finance, IT, and third-party partnersWorkday Financial Management & Billing OversightProvide executive oversight of Workday Financial Management, including core accounting, procure-to-pay, billing, order-to-cash, assets, and financial reportingLead the transformation of Billing and invoicing processes, including pricing structures, customer contracts, revenue inputs, and integrations with upstream systemsEnsure billing and revenue-related processes align with accounting standards (e.g. IFRS/GAAP), internal controls, and audit requirementsOversee solution design decisions relating to billing complexity, volume, and automation to ensure scalability and complianceGovernance & Executive EngagementEstablish and chair programme governance forums, including Steering Committee and executive boardsEngage CFOs, Finance Directors, Controllers, and senior business stakeholders to drive timely decision-makingOwn executive-level risk, issue, and dependency management, ensuring transparency and controlPartner & Vendor ManagementLead and manage Workday system integrators and billing-related delivery partnersHold partners accountable for delivery quality, adherence to Workday best practice, and commercial outcomesAct as senior escalation point for delivery, resourcing, or performance issuesChange, Adoption & Value RealisationSponsor change management and adoption strategies across Finance teams impacted by billing and finance process changeEnsure data migration, testing (including billing scenarios), cutover, and go-live readiness meet enterprise standardsOversee post-go-live stabilisation and ensure billing and finance processes operate effectively in BAUScope & ComplexityEnterprise-scale Workday Financial Management transformationComplex billing environments (e.g. high-volume invoicing, multiple entities, currencies, or customer models)Significant change to Finance operating model, controls, and reportingSkills & ExperienceProven experience as a Programme Director or Senior Programme Lead on at least one Workday Finance transformation programmeDeep hands-on leadership experience with Workday Financial Management, including Billing and Order-to-CashDemonstrable track record delivering complex ERP programmes in large or global organisationsStrong understanding of finance operations, billing models, and revenue-related controlsExceptional executive stakeholder management and governance capabilityExperience of multi-country or global Workday Finance rolloutsExperience with complex billing models (e.g. subscriptions, usage-based, or high-volume invoicing)Background in Finance leadership, ERP strategy, or large-scale business transformation