Program Manager in Winnersh

The role is hybrid with home office flexibility.

There will be occasional need to attend customer sites.

Please look at the end of the job description to find out our benefits and other employees provisions.

Join our dynamic team as Program Manager at Idemia, a leading organization dedicated to unlock the world and make it safer through our cutting-edge identity technologies.

Our technology leadership makes us the partner of choice for hundreds of governments and thousands of enterprises in over 180 countries, including some of the biggest and most influential brands in the world.

In applying our unique expertise in biometrics and cryptography , we enable our clients to unlock simpler and safer ways to pay, connect, access, identify, travel and protect public places – at scale and in total security.

Our teams, composed of 15,000 employees, work from 5 continents and speak 100+ different languages.

We strongly believe that our diversity is a key driver of innovation and performance.

Within IDEMIA Public Security Business Line, we are currently looking for a Program Manager to successfully lead the management, execution, and performance of a customer program within our Public Security’s Justice and Public Safety department.

The customer is an UK Governmental Institution.

IDEMIA Public Security's Justice and Public Safety business line applies over 50 years of biometric expertise to empower global law enforcement.

With a dedicated team of almost 600 experts, we develop cutting-edge technologies—facial recognition, fingerprint matching, and investigative analytics—tailored for the unique needs of law enforcement agencies worldwide.

Trusted by 85+ public customers, our solutions handle millions of records, and foster efficient policing with tools like livescan and mobile fingerprint devices.

Prioritizing fairness and accuracy, we collaborate closely with customers to create a safer, more secure world.

IDEMIA: your partner in preventing offenses, solving crimes, and protecting communities.

As part of our Program Management team, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic programs that drive our company’s success.

The Key responsibilities are:

• Lead the planning and execution of complex programs (between 1M and 5M of Euros) either autonomously or with the support/ coaching from another Program Manager, ensuring that all projects within the program are delivered on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
• Develop and maintain program plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocations, to ensure clear direction and accountability across project teams.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders, including executives, project teams, clients, and external partners, to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the program lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively, developing contingency plans and driving resolution of issues to minimize disruptions to program delivery.
• Monitor program performance and key metrics, providing regular updates to leadership and stakeholders on progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices and lessons learned to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers and team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment that promotes innovation and excellence.

To succeed in this position, you will need the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience in program management, leading complex initiatives from inception to completion in a dynamic environment.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with a track record of driving successful project outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in public sector is a plus.

Benefits

· 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays

· Group Personal Pension with employer contributions

· Life Assurance

· Private health insurance

Other employee provisions:

· Employee Benefits Platform with discounts and deals on leading retailers, cinema, and many other services.

· Employee Assistance Program – with access to 24/7 counselling services, and information specialists covering a wide range of work, family, and personal issues, including health and well-being, legal, financial, and emotional issues.

· Optional Give as You Earn (to registered charity of your choice)

· Access to Booker Wholesale

· Cycle2Work Scheme