I&T Transformation Governance Lead

Urenco Group; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in low carbon energy is looking for an I&T Transformation Governance Lead in City of Westminster. This role focuses on enhancing governance, overseeing policy updates, and driving commercial improvements within the I&T framework. Candidates should have a degree, leadership experience, and proficiency in various project management methodologies. The company offers competitive benefits including hybrid working, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment fostered by diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Bonus scheme based on objectives

Defined contribution pension scheme

Flexible benefits package

Paid time off for volunteering

Private medical and dental insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering multi-faceted Governance positions.
• Ability to translate business requirements into practical projects.
• Experience driving program and project delivery in a project office.

Responsibilities

• Formulate elements of functional strategy through insights.
• Monitor and review compliance with policies and regulations.
• Implement innovation processes for continuous improvements.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Leadership experience

Governance roles

Change management

Continuous improvement

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Job description

This is an 18 month, fixed term contract I&T Transformation Governance Lead.

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re looking for an I&T Transformation Governance Lead. Based at our Paddington location, as part the I&T workstream there is a requirement to deliver a set of commercial savings and improvements to the I&T Governance position. This role will work closely with the Head of Governance to oversee policy, process and frameworks to ensure IT is efficient and compliant against standards. The role will review the commercial savings, and the governance improvements required and manage the plan to close the gap. Policy, procedure, Supplier and Software Asset management will be part of the improvements required in addition to supporting the Risk and compliance position.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we're looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do

• Contribute to the formation of one or more elements of functional strategy through specialist expertise and insights, to ensure that the strategy meets business needs.
• Identify shortcomings and suggest improvements to existing processes, systems, and procedures, then deliver a plan for a small element of a change management program with guidance from a project/program manager.
• Monitor and review performance and behaviours within area of responsibility to identify and resolve noncompliance with the organization's policies and relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct.
• Review existing operations in own area of work and implement innovation processes to generate new ideas and ensure continuous improvements are delivered.
• Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.

What do you need to thrive in this role

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience.
• Understands project management methodologies: Prince2, PMI, LEAN, Agile, Scrum ITIL or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience at Leadership level delivering multi-faceted Governance positions
• Proven experience of translating business requirements into practical implementation projects / processes using internal and third-party service providers
• Proven experience of using project office to drive programme and project delivery including providing programme assurance and governance (planning, monitoring, and controlling programmes).

What can you expect from us

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
  • A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives.
  • A diverse range of family friendly policies. including access to Bright Horizons Back-Up Care, which provides UK employees with emergency care options when regular arrangements fall through.
  • A defined contribution pension scheme: contributions start at 4% (employee) and 10% (employer).
  • Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish times, with a 1.30pm finish on Fridays.
  • Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle.
  • Paid time off for volunteering.
    • The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes.
    • Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

How to Apply

Urenco is committed to encouraging equality and diversity within our workforce. Are you enthusiastic about this position and you don't meet every single requirement? The real fit for a job is not always in your current experience or education. We are striving towards strong, diverse and complementary teams, in an inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be just the right candidate for this or other roles and we would like to meet you!

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