Head of Programme
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Tasks: Lead transformation initiatives and manage strategic projects in a fast-paced environment.
Company: Join the iconic [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Food Group, reshaping the future of retail.
Benefits: Enjoy a 20% discount, competitive holidays, and tailored training from day one.
Why this job: Make a real impact on one of the UK's most beloved brands while driving innovation.
Qualifications: Proven project management experience and excellent communication skills required.
Other info: Diverse teams welcome; support available throughout the recruitment process.
Head of Programme
We’re reshaping our Food business to broaden its appeal, protecting the magic our customers love while modernising everything else. That means outstanding quality, high sourcing standards, and market-leading innovation remain at our core, while we transform our supply chains, improve our stores, and deliver better value.
We’re looking for motivated people ready to bring their whole self to work and thrive in a fast-paced, ambitious team. After all, this isn’t just food… this is M&S Food.
Are you ready to lead transformation at the heart of one of the UK’s most iconic brands? We’re looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of PMO to shape and drive strategic initiatives across our Foods business. This is your chance to establish and lead a high-performing Programme Management Office, delivering projects that unlock efficiency, enable growth, and create future-focused solutions for our customers.
What you’ll do
- Define and enforce governance, reporting, and risk management processes across all projects
- Prioritise and monitor initiatives, budgets, and timelines to ensure strategic alignment
- Build strong partner relationships and communicate progress, risks, and benefits effectively
- Champion transformation initiatives and lead organisational change management efforts
- Recruit, develop, and mentor team members to drive performance and future leadership
Who you are
- Proven experience in project/programme management, ideally within retail
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and influencing capabilities
- Deep understanding of commercial transformation and operational change, with knowledge of Agile or Prince2
What’s in it for You?
- 20% colleague discount for you + 1 household member (after probation)
- Competitive holiday allowance + option to buy more
- Discretionary bonus schemes linked to performance
- Strong pension + life assurance
- Tailored induction + training from day one
- Perks and savings via M&S Choices portal
- Market-leading family policies (parental, adoption, neonatal leave)
- 24/7 wellbeing support (GP access + mental health services)
We are ambitious about the future of retail – disrupting, innovating and leading into a more inspiring digital era. We want diverse, representative teams where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.
If you need support or adjustments during recruitment, let us know in your application. Our team will make sure you have what you need to do your best.