Programme Planner

4744937
  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    United Kingdom
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Projects & Change Management
  • Industry

    Technology & Internet Services
  • Pay

    Negotiable

Programme Planner - 3 month contract - Inside IR35

Programme Planner – Jira Align Specialist
Location: Remote (occasional travel to client site)
Contract Type: 3 month rolling
Inside IR35 contract
Rate – Negotiable

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Programme Planner with strong expertise in Jira Align to support complex technology programmes. The successful candidate will play a key role in setting up and managing integrated programme plans, ensuring alignment across multiple workstreams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Configure and manage Jira Align for programme planning and tracking.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture activities and dependencies.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive RAID log (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies).
  • Produce an integrated programme plan including dependencies, resource profiles, and timelines.
  • Facilitate discussions on programme dependencies and critical paths.
  • Provide accurate reporting and updates to senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience as a Programme Planner on complex technology programmes.
  • Strong working knowledge of Jira Align and programme planning tools.
  • Expertise in RAID log management and dependency tracking.
  • Excellent analytical and organisational skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and functions.

Desirable
  • Experience in large-scale IT transformation or cloud migration programmes.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and enterprise-level planning frameworks.

What you'll get in return
3 month contract - Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now
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