Strategic Programme Assurance Manager at Pay.UK, London, 6 Months £Contract Rate

Strategic Programme Assurance Manager - 6 Months Contract (Inside IR35)

The P3O Assurance Manager plays a critical role in supporting the 1LOD change assurance process, ensuring the effective implementation of the Pay.UK wide portfolio of change initiatives. This position entails providing comprehensive analysis and reporting of assurance data and findings to Programme leaders and sponsors, as well as coaching delivery teams in the effective adoption of the Change Framework.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the delivery of the 1LOD Change Assurance process across the entire portfolio
• Conduct thorough analysis and reporting on assurance data and findings for Programme leaders and sponsors
• Offer coaching and guidance to delivery teams to enhance their adoption of the Change Framework
• Engage in close collaboration with members of the portfolio, programme, and project office (P3O), as well as programme and project managers, and risk and audit teams
• Ensure adherence to the organisation's assurance processes and standards.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience 

• Demonstrated experience in assurance management or a comparable role
• Highly developed analytical skills coupled with a meticulous approach to detail
• High-level communication capabilities and proficiency in working with others
• Experience in coaching and mentoring teams effectively
• Familiarity with change management frameworks and methodologies
• Demonstrated skill in working alongside diverse teams across different functions.

At Pay.UK, we value diversity and inclusivity. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the requirements listed. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of how closely their skills and experience match the requirements. We are committed to supporting accessibility needs and creating a welcoming environment for all employees. Become part of our team and contribute to the creation of an inclusive work environment that values everyone's unique input.

About Us

Pay.UK maintains and develops the UK retail payment systems and standards that are core to the economy being able to function on a day-to-day basis.

From Bacs to Faster Payments and cheques – we act as the single operator for all UK retail payments. We put the needs of consumers and businesses at the heart of everything we do, working in the public interest to ensure that the systems the country relies on for its banking transactions are safe, open, innovative and resilient.

Our payment systems underpin the services that enable funds to be transferred between people and institutions. In 2023, the UK's retail payment systems processed 11.4 billion transactions worth £9.3 trillion through Bacs Direct Credit, Direct Debit, Faster Payments, and cheques, and our Current Account Switch Service has facilitated over 10.2 million switches since its launch in 2013.

Every day, people and businesses use the services we provide to get their salaries, pay their bills and make online and mobile banking payments. Our vision for the future is to enable a vibrant economy, with Pay.UK delivering the best-in-class payment infrastructure and standards for the benefit of consumers and businesses nationwide.