Title: Programme Management lead
Lead the programmes that drive transformational change
As our Programme Management Lead, you’ll play a critical role in overseeing complex, high‑value programmes that form part of Cadents Technology Roadmap and are aligned to Cadent’s strategic direction and organizational change in driving efficiencies through digital transformation.
This is a key role reporting into the IT Head of Digital Delivery and IT Commercial, working closely with the wider IT Leadership Team. You will be overseeing plans and tracking milestones as well as making sure there is alignment to the Cadent vision, maturing, developing and coaching programme and project managers’ and ensuring successful delivery across a diverse portfolio.
Why you'll love this role:
Strategic Impact – Lead a portfolio of major programmes central to Cadent’s transformation and strategic priorities.
End‑to‑End Ownership – Oversee planning, Finance management, delivery, risk management, reporting and governance across multiple complex programmes.
Leadership Influence – Coach and mentor programme and project managers, fostering high performance and driving professional growth.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Work closely with IT leadership, programme managers, business stakeholders and suppliers.
Continuous Improvement – Embed best practice, champion innovation and drive maturity in delivery and governance. Embrace the ever changing and demanding technology landscape, advocate for driving change at pace and ensuring flexibility in delivery
What you'll bring:
Qualifications – Degree or professional certifications such as MSP, PRINCE2 or PMP are highly desirable.
Programme Leadership – Extensive experience delivering complex programmes with strong portfolio oversight.
Stakeholder Expertise – Proven ability to influence and engage senior leaders, negotiate priorities and align delivery with strategy.
Leadership Excellence – Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams, coaching managers and driving high performance.
Analytical Strength – Strong problem‑solving skills, financial acumen and a robust understanding of risk management.
Communication Skills – Clear, confident communication with the ability to present to and influence at all levels.
Change & Digital Experience – Experience delivering digital transformation or organisational change is advantageous.
At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!
We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What’s In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:
- Private Medical Insurance for you, your partner and your family available through MyChoices, our flexible benefits programme, with access to a 24 hour Bupa HealthLine
- A company car allowance
- 25 days’ holiday, plus 8 statutory days and an option to buy or sell holiday days
- An Annual Performance Bonus of up to 20% of your salary
- A generous pension scheme where the company double matches your contributions up to 12% i.e. if you contribute 6% a month, the company will contribute 12%
- A competitive salary that’s reviewed each year against the market median salary for your role, skills, knowledge and experience
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- A free Employee Assistance Line where you can get support and advice on any of the challenges you’re facing, completely confidentially
- Support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave – so long as it’s relevant to your role
- Plus many more benefits that help you join the dots between your work and home life!
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!
What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)
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