Programme Manager - Agentic AI / Business Transformation
Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Programme Manager
to lead a large-scale business-driven technology programme focused on the design, development, and adoption of
Agentic AI solutions
across a complex global organisation. This is a senior leadership role that blends strategic oversight, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on delivery management to ensure the successful translation of AI innovation into tangible business value.
The successful candidate will work across senior business, technology, and innovation stakeholders to shape the roadmap, secure business buy-in, and deliver targeted proof-of-value initiatives that demonstrate the practical benefits of agentic automation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end-to-end management of a cross-functional programme introducing AI-enabled agents into business operations.
* Build strong relationships with senior business leaders, technology teams, and innovation partners to define and prioritise initiatives.
* Develop and maintain a
strategic roadmap
aligned to business needs, ensuring clear ownership and accountability.
* Drive the creation and presentation of business cases to executive committees for incremental investment and approval.
* Oversee the identification and scoping of agentic AI opportunities, working with product and business analysts to define precise use cases and develop targeted MVPs.
* Ensure that all pilots and proof-of-concepts clearly demonstrate measurable business value and support adoption plans.
* Manage delivery within a shifting technical and organisational environment, ensuring alignment between IT operations, development, and business units.
* Support change management and organisational readiness, recognising the impact of AI on people, processes, and roles.
* Position the programme and team for success through effective communication, governance, and outcome-based delivery.
Required Experience & Skills
* 10-15 years' experience in
programme management
within large-scale, complex, and global environments.
* Proven track record of delivering
business-driven technology transformation
programmes.
* Strong ability to
engage, influence, and manage
senior stakeholders across business and technology domains.
* Experience developing
strategic roadmaps
and
business cases
for emerging technology initiatives.
* Demonstrated capability in
change management
and business transformation within regulated or complex settings.
* Strong understanding of compliance and governance frameworks (e.g.
21 CFR Part 11
,
GxP
, or similar).
* Ability to operate as a trusted advisor and "right hand" to senior sponsors, with references or examples to evidence this.
* Exceptional communication, situational awareness, and strategic thinking - able to "read the room" and adjust approach as needed.
Desirable
* Experience working on
AI or Agentic AI
initiatives.
* Familiarity with domains such as
pharmacovigilance
,
safety
, or other regulated data environments.
* Background in
innovation
,
enterprise IT
, or
digital transformation
within large organisations.