Transformation Project Manager (6 month FTC)

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Work type: Full time
Site: Redditch
Categories: Finance
Location: Worcestershire
Salary: c. £65,000pa plus aligned Company Benefits
Business Area: Halfords Support Centre

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Transformation Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional change initiatives that are critical to our organisation's success. This senior position will oversee multiple high-value projects (£1m+) that combine business and technology transformation, working directly with directors and heads of departments to drive strategic change and deliver measurable business benefits.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive programme plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and coordinating cross-functional delivery
• Lead and chair project working groups, establishing clear expectations and facilitating effective decision-making
• Implement and oversee robust project governance, including risk management, issue resolution, and change control
• Monitor and report on project benefits, maintaining transparency on progress, challenges, and achievements
• Manage project budgets exceeding £1m, working closely with finance to track and control expenditure
• Establish and maintain all programme documentation, including plans, processes, and meeting records
• Evaluate and recommend change methodologies to optimise programme delivery
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and resilient project delivery
• Manage multiple concurrent projects within the organisation's top 10 strategic priorities

Professional Skills & Experience Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project/programme management
• Proven track record of delivering complex transformation programmes
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing £1m+ budgets
• Advanced stakeholder management skills, particularly at senior leadership level
• Demonstrated expertise in risk and issue management
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
• Strong understanding of business and technology change management
• Expert-level planning and scheduling capabilities
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills

Leadership & Personal Qualities:

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Strong influencing and negotiation abilities
• Proactive and self-motivated approach
• Resilient under pressure with a positive, solution-focused mindset
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across all organisational levels

The ideal candidate will combine project management expertise with strong leadership qualities and the ability to drive change in a complex stakeholder environment.