Programme Manager – Lead Complex Change at Scale

This role is hybrid and can be based at either one of the following locations: Manchester, Southport, Stoke, Peterborough or Portsmouth.

Are you an experienced Programme Manager who thrives on delivering transformation at pace? Want to work across a portfolio of innovative and high-impact projects, partnering with C-suite stakeholders and driving change that matters?

We’re looking for a dynamic Programme Manager to join Markerstudy, one of the UK’s leading insurance brokers. This is your chance to take the reins of complex, multi-project programmes and lead a high-performing team to success.

What You’ll Be Doing

Define, lead, and deliver large-scale programmes (5–10 projects, £1m–£10m budgets)
Work closely with senior execs to shape programmes from idea to execution
Lead and develop a team of Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
Own the full programme lifecycle: scope, plan, resource, budget, risks, governance, and benefits
Use Agile, Lean, and Waterfall methodologies to deliver rapid and safe change
Champion continuous improvement across the Programme Delivery function
Act as a trusted advisor and change leader across brands within the Group

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

Proven track record delivering complex programmes with interdependent projects in a change environment
Strong leadership skills and experience managing cross-functional teams
Excellent stakeholder management – confident influencing at C-suite level
Expertise in programme governance, controls, financial management, risk handling
Deep knowledge of Agile, Lean, and traditional PM methodologies
Experience working in virtual teams and navigating ambiguity

Desirable:

Insurance or financial services experience
Formal programme management qualification

Who You Are

A results-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced environments
A natural collaborator with gravitas and the confidence to challenge upwards
Passionate about people development, innovation, and continuous improvement

What we offer?

A collaborative and fast paced work environment
Private medical health care plan
Yearly bonus scheme
25 days annual leave plus of Bank Holidays
Vibrant, modern offices
Flexible hybrid working

About us

Markerstudy Group is a major force in UK general insurance market, combining scale with innovation. Markerstudy Group have deep product and distribution reach through multiple brands and an experienced leadership foundation coordinating diverse and fast-evolving business units. The Group employs more than 6,000 people across the UK.