Program Manager - Digital Transformation in Bedford - PLANET RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD

Program Manager - Digital Transformation

Bedfordshire - Hybrid - 2 days in Office per week

£70k - £90k plus Benefit

Permanent role

The opportunity:

Our client is reshaping the way their industry is run. They are building a modern digital platform to make the sport easier to administer, more responsive to change, and more customer-centric.

As we move toward operational launch, the challenge is no longer just 'can we build the software?' but howe do support the Racing Digital Team and all of our stakeholders with coordinating all of the moving parts to release the product and make sound judgements around our priorities.

They are looking for a hands-on Program Manager who can help us bridge the gap between delivery and real-world readiness. This is not a coordination-only role - you will be expected to actively fix problems, make decisions with the board, strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and customers and raise release quality.

You'll join a small, high-impact team working closely with Engineering, Product and operational stakeholders. There is real opportunity to shape how we release, operate and assure our platform as we scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Delivery: Lead and coordinate the clients Digital programme plan inputs and forecasting
• Stakeholder Management: Influence and report to senior leadership, acting as the key liaison between the client and the release readiness workstreams.
• Financial Oversight: Manage delivery budgets including forecasting financial requirements.
• Benefits Realisation: Support the clients with ensuring the benefits of the programme are achieved through strongly encouraging effective operating model decisions.
• Risk & Governance: Working closely with the BHA launch readiness PMO and the Racing Digital board, establish robust governance frameworks to identify, track, and mitigate risks and issues across workstreams.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Typically 5+ years in programme management or digital transformation, with a proven track record in end-to-end change delivery, particularly product release management.
• Methodologies: Strong command of recognised project and programme management frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Qualifications: Relevant certifications such as MSP (Managing Successful Programmes), PRINCE2, APMQ, or Agile Scrum Master.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills to navigate complex organizational structures.
• Familiarity with Service Design principles and Azure/Dynamics capabilities strongly desirable.

Where and how you'll work:

• Hybrid working (2 days office, 3 remote)
• Right to work in the UK required

Why join us now?

We're at a critical stage in our journey, moving from building software to running a trusted, live platform.

You'll have the opportunity to shape how releases actually work, influence engineering and operational standards, and solve real cross-team problems with visible impact.

Our benefits and rewards:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible working environment
• 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays
• Private Medical Care
• £1,000 training budget
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance

Recruitment Process:

The interview process consists of 2 stages:

• Introductory call
• Interview (remote or in person)

Studies have shown that women and people from diverse backgrounds are less likely to apply if they don't feel they fit every skill detailed above.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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