Average Programme Manager salary in the UK

Contract Programme Manager - Security & Financial CrimeLocation: Knutsford, Cheshire (2 days per week onsite)Day Rate: Inside IR35Contract: Long-term programme// 6 months contract A leading organisation is seeking a highly experienced Programme Manager to deliver a portfolio of complex Security and Financial Crime initiatives. This role requires a strong blend of functional and technical delivery experience within a regulated financial services environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead multi-workstream programmes across Security, Risk, and Financial CrimeOwn programme governance, planning, reporting, and delivery oversightAlign business and technology teams to ensure successful executionManage senior stakeholders and maintain clear communication on risks, issues, and dependenciesOversee delivery of both technical and change components, ensuring compliance with financial services standardsEssential ExperienceExtensive experience as a Programme Manager within financial servicesProven background delivering Financial Crime, Security, or Cyber programmesAbility to manage complex, enterprise scale initiatives with both technical and functional elementsStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsExperience working within highly regulated environmentsWorking ArrangementsHybrid: two days per week onsite in Knutsford (Cheshire area)Remainder remoteUK-based candidates only; umbrella engagement required

Programme Manager – Integration (UK) A fast-growing professional services group is seeking a UK Programme Manager to lead the integration of newly acquired businesses. The organisation is experiencing accelerated growth and is building out its UK integration capability. This is a newly created role within a growing integration team and offers the opportunity to shape process, influence stakeholders, and play a key role in business transformation.The RoleTake ownership of the end-to-end delivery of UK acquisition integrations, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and aligned to governance standards.Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you will adapt an existing integration playbook to suit each acquisition’s unique needs - from legacy systems and operational models to cultural and stakeholder dynamics.This role combines structured programme delivery with the flexibility and judgement required in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end integration of UK acquisitionsAdapt integration frameworks to suit individual business requirementsDevelop and manage detailed project plans, timelines and dependenciesCoordinate cross-functional stakeholders across IT, operations and leadershipIdentify process gaps and recommend improvements within a growing integration functionManage risks and ensure effective governance and reportingFacilitate design discussions and decision-making across senior stakeholdersAbout YouProven experience delivering complex integration or transformation projectsExperience in post-merger integration or acquisition-led environments is highly desirableStrong stakeholder engagement skills across multiple levelsA people-first approach - able to manage the human side of changeSelf-starter mindset, comfortable operating in evolving or ambiguous environmentsAble to manage multiple workstreams and competing prioritiesAgile or formal project management certification beneficialWhy Apply?Join a rapidly scaling organisationShape and influence a growing integration functionHigh visibility role with senior leadership exposureOpportunity to build structure and improve process in a dynamic environment

Programme Manager £550 - £650/Day Inside IR35 London, Manchester, York, Sheffield or Glasgow 1 x week 3 Months We are seeking a Programme Manager for our Government client. This role can be based in London, Manchester, York, Sheffield or Glasgow, and will be office based 1 day per week and the remaining remote. The Programme Manager role will be an initial 3 month contract, paying between £550 - £650/Day Inside IR35. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Role Profile: Programme ManagementAgile Delivery (especially in non digital environments)Coaching (Multi disciplinary teams to deliver)Our work involves piloting foundational programmes and place-based initiatives to accelerate mission delivery, support preventative measures, and foster a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and innovation in public.You will build and maintain motivated, collaborative teams, identify and help overcome obstacles, and focus the team on what is most important for product and service delivery. You will also encourage continuous improvement and coach team members in appropriate Agile and Lean tools and techniques. In this role, you will specifically operate directly with accelerators and policy teams, facilitating their work and ensuring successful outcomes.Building and maintaining motivated, collaborating, and well-functioning teams;Identifying and helping teams overcome obstacles;Encouraging and facilitating continuous improvement within the delivery team;Facilitating the delivery flow of a team, managing pace and tempo;Actively addressing internal and external risks, issues, and dependencies. If you are interested in the above role - Click the "Apply Now" button now for immediate review Programme Manager, Senior Project Manager, Programme Manager, Programe Manager, Programme Manager, Programme Management, Programme Manager, Agile, Lean, Coaching As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on igs @circlerecruitment.com. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.