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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Programme Manager - IT, Data & Digital - **Company:** Yorkshire Water - **Location:** Bradford, UK - **Salary:** £73,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Governance, PRINCE2, Counter Terrorist Check - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d096b71610b6e08c ## About the Role Do you have experience in Wastewater treatment?, * Proven experience delivering large-scale IT, data or digital transformation programmes * Demonstrated expertise in portfolio, programme and project delivery within a data-focused role * Qualified in recognised project methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, APM, Agile) * Excellent stakeholder management with strong influencing and interpersonal skills * Confident communicator with the ability to present to senior leaders * Experience leading and developing multi-disciplinary delivery teams * Commercially aware, with strong budget, forecasting and benefits management capability * Highly organised, with excellent planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills * Experience working in complex organisations, with an understanding of strategic business drivers * Passionate about delivering great customer outcomes and driving business performance Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy! Do we sound like your cup of tea? If you've got experience in delivering large-scale IT, data or digital transformation programmes and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. ## Description * Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing programme team to deliver against strategic business goals * Drive end-to-end delivery of complex data programmes, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, and to quality standards * Work closely with Delivery Managers, Programme Managers and Business Change teams to ensure a consistent, best-practice approach * Champion improvements in data governance, quality, compliance and a data-driven culture * Shape and define programmes from inception, including business cases, benefits realisation and alignment to strategic objectives * Manage programme budgets, forecasts and investment decisions in line with governance policies * Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies and ensure effective escalation where required * Engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives, to drive alignment and buy-in * Lead programme governance, reporting and performance tracking, ensuring transparency and control * Foster collaboration across business, data and technology teams, including third-party partners * Promote excellence in health & safety, risk management and operational standards ## Related Videos - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [From Punch Cards to AI-assisted Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/611-from-punch-cards-to-ai-assisted-development) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk)