Job Description
Job Title: Programme Manager – Aerospace
Description:
We are hiring for our client, a leading manufacturer in the aerospace sector, seeking to appoint an experienced Programme Manager to take ownership of high-profile international programmes. The successful Programme Manager will be responsible for acting as the first point of contact for a number of global airline clients and will lead cross-functional delivery teams from initial award through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, quality-driven environment that champions innovation and continuous improvement.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
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Leading global aerospace programmes with world-renowned airlines
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Competitive salary with extensive benefits
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Early Friday finish and flexi-time working
The Role:
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Act as the main point of contact for customers and key stakeholders, maintaining strong, productive relationships
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Lead an Integrated Project Team (IPT) from award through delivery, facilitating timely, effective decisions
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Manage both internal and external meetings, ensuring progress, risk mitigation and successful milestone delivery
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Take ownership of programme schedules, cost tracking (NRC and RC), and escalation processes where necessary
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Coordinate international travel and host milestone meetings with OEMs and airline partners
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Apply best practice Programme Management tools including Change Management, Risk/Opportunity Management, Scheduling, Profit & Loss tracking and Lessons Learnt reviews
The Person:
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Proven experience in project or programme management
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Excellent stakeholder and customer engagement skills
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Ability to multitask, prioritise and resolve issues in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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Experience using Microsoft Office
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Desirable: Experience in aerospace or manufacturing; exposure to budgeting, MRP/MPS, or programme management certifications (PRINCE2, APM); degree in Engineering, Science, Business or related field
The Reward:
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Competitive salary + annual bonus
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33 days annual leave (with service-based increases)
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37.5 hours per week. Flexi-time & early Friday finish
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Health cash plan & enhanced family-friendly policies
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£5,000 employee referral bonus
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Life Assurance (x4 salary), pension scheme, discounted gym, cycle-to-work scheme
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Learning & development and clear career progression
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Modern on-site facilities and free parking
Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage
To discuss this Programme Manager job in confidence, contact Dominic Heron on 07458 160121 , email dominic@huntersavage.com or PM via LinkedIn. As a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep insight across the Engineering & Manufacturing sector, Hunter Savage partners closely with our clients and candidates to help unlock potential and build lasting careers.
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