Head of Projects

Head of Projects Full-time, Permanent

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Location: Poole, Dorset (hybrid working)
Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum DOE + Benefits
The Opportunity:
Some project/programme leadership roles are mostly about maintaining the status quo. This isnt one of them.
This is a chance to lead the Programme Delivery function in a well-established software company whose platforms power essential services used by millions of people across the UK every single day.
Youll take on a capable team, strong existing customer relationships, and a genuinely varied portfolio of programmes. Some are in good shape. Others need fresh eyes, honest conversations, and a steady hand to cut through the complexity.
If you enjoy untangling tricky situations, building trust with people, developing your team, and actually making things happen, this could be a really rewarding role.
Its not about being the loudest person in the room. Its about asking the right questions, understanding the bigger picture, and helping everyone deliver their best work.
Why This Role Stands Out:
Salary up to £80,000 per annum (may be slightly negotiable depending on experience)
Annual salary reviews with regular market benchmarking
Hybrid working 1 day per week remote from home
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Pension scheme with employer contribution and matched enhancements
Health Cash Plan including 24/7 GP access, dental and optical cover
Death in Service cover (4x salary)
Employee Assistance Programme
Paid volunteering days
Discretionary bonus
Modern office environment and collaborative culture
Team events, knowledge sharing and continuous learning opportunities
High levels of autonomy, trust and ownership
Structured training and development opportunities to help you grow
The opportunity to influence technical strategy within a growing technology business
What the Head of Projects Will Do:
As Head of Programme Delivery, youll lead a team of Project Managers while acting as the bridge between customers, delivery teams, Product, Engineering, and senior leadership.
Youll balance strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, making sure programmes stay on track while keeping people aligned and motivated.
Lead, mentor and develop the programme delivery team
Oversee multiple complex programmes and integration projects
Build and maintain trusted relationships with customers
Work closely with Product, Engineering, Sales and Commercial teams to align priorities and manage expectations
Spot risks early, challenge constructively, and clear obstacles
Improve ways of working without adding unnecessary process or bureaucracy
Provide clear, honest reporting and communication at all levels
What Youll Bring:
Were looking for an experienced Head of Programme, Senior Programme Manager or Delivery Leader who combines solid delivery expertise with strong judgement and emotional intelligence.
Youll most likely have:
Experience leading programme or project teams in a software, technology or complex delivery environment
A proven track record delivering complex programmes with multiple stakeholders
Confidence communicating with customers, senior leaders and technical teams
The ability to handle ambiguity, shifting priorities and competing demands
Good commercial awareness and an understanding of how to balance customer needs with business realities
A collaborative, pragmatic leadership style focused on trust, accountability and developing people
Enough technical curiosity to understand systems, integrations and dependencies
Why You Should Apply:
This role wont suit everyone. If you thrive in very structured environments where everything is predictable, it probably isnt the right fit.
But if you enjoy bringing clarity to complexity, building strong relationships, having honest conversations, and seeing programmes through to successful outcomes, youll find real purpose here.
Youll have genuine influence and the chance to make a visible impact alongside people who genuinely care about what they do.
If this sounds interesting, apply now or get in touch with me, Michelle at Leo Recruitment, for a confidential conversation. xwwtmva You dont need a perfect CV - wed rather just have a chat.