Job Introduction

Lead Transformation. Shape the Future

We're looking for an experienced Programme Director to lead the delivery of major business transformation deliveries £10m+) while helping shape an evolving Transformation Management Office (TMO).

This is a pivotal leadership role at a time of significant change. As the TMO continues to mature its operating model, governance and delivery capability, you'll provide the leadership, clarity and influence needed to drive successful outcomes in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex, organisation-wide transformation programmes from strategy through to delivery and benefits realisation.
• Build trusted relationships with Executive sponsors, senior stakeholders and third-party partners.
• Drive robust governance, risk management, financial control and delivery performance.
• Chair steering groups and contribute to executive decision-making forums.
• Lead and coach delivery teams within a matrix structure.
• Champion continuous improvement, helping strengthen TMO capability, standards and ways of working

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes.
• End-to-end large-scale leadership, from strategy and planning through to benefits realisation.
• Experience leading change in complex, fast-paced organisations.
• Strong Executive-level stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams within a matrix environment.
• Experience working with multiple third-party suppliers, system integrators and software vendors.
• Strong governance, risk and issue management expertise.
• Sound commercial and financial management skills.
• Experience driving organisational change and building delivery capability.
• MSP Practitioner (or equivalent).

In return, we can offer you: 

• Discretionary on-target bonus of 15%. Up to a max 30% based on performance
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• 30 days annual leave. Flexible public holidays and option to buy/sell additional leave
• Car Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• 6x salary death in service
• Holistic health and wellbeing support package
• A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement
• A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in both delivering critical transformation and helping shape the future of the TMO itself. We're looking for a leader who can bring energy, credibility and direction during a period of significant change, while building high-performing teams and delivering lasting business value.

Who We Are

Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for Doctors, Dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 Members around the world.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning our Members’ premiums are kept safe should our Members require support for complaints or claims arising from professional practice, or invested into bettering the organisation, our colleagues and our products.

Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We also actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit Members and the wider healthcare professions. 

To do this, we need colleagues who are trusted and supported to deliver their best work, whether that be through leadership development, fully-funded training courses or peer-to-peer support. We want our colleagues to feel empowered enough to deliver positive change, display ambition to push themselves and are determined when faced with a challenge, whilst ensuring our Member’s best interests are at the core.

Next Steps

If you are interested in finding out more, looking for a new role and want to join an organisation that truly values its employees, take a look at the role profile to find out more about the role to apply. 

Our Talent Acquisition team are always on hand should you have any questions, are having any technical issues or wish to understand how MPS can support you with your application and interview. You can contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@medicalprotection.org. 

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