Corporate Lead

Corporate Lead - Programmes & Strategy

Salary: £40- £50 / Hour
Job type: Long Term Contract
Location: Honiton, Devon, Hybrid (Interim to Perm)

We're looking for an experienced and strategic leader to take on a pivotal role shaping and delivering high-impact programmes and organisational strategy. This is a senior leadership position responsible for driving programme delivery, embedding best-practice project management, and leading transformation across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

About the role

• Lead the development and implementation of a corporate programme and project management framework
• Provide strategic oversight and assurance across a portfolio of high-profile programmes and projects
• Drive organisational transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic objectives
• Lead on corporate risk management, ensuring robust governance and effective escalation processes
• Oversee the development and delivery of key strategies, including areas such as economic development and sustainability
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing expert advice and insight at leadership level
• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team
• Ensure effective financial planning, budget management, and resource allocation across programmes

About you

• Significant experience in programme and portfolio management, including large-scale, complex initiatives
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and strategic planning
• Experience operating at senior leadership level, influencing and advising executive stakeholders
• Ability to lead organisational change and embed structured programme methodologies
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence at all levels
• Financial and commercial awareness, including budget and resource management
• A collaborative leadership style with a focus on developing teams and driving outcomes

A recognised project or programme management qualification (e.g. MSP, PRINCE2, APM) or equivalent experience is desirable.

Benefits

Ackerman Pierce offers a guaranteed weekly payment process and benefits from over 15 years of experience recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector, providing a unique experience with a dedicated personal consultant and a streamlined DBS and compliance service.