Programme Lead

Thevervefoundation; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven foundation in Dunland, England is seeking a Program Lead to spearhead various initiatives, including bootcamps and events. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 financial services qualification and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include curating content, sourcing speakers, and building mentor relationships within the financial services community. Benefits include hybrid working options and a personal development budget, among others.

Benefits

25 days holiday allowance

Personal development budget

Death in service cover

Pension contributions

Two annual company parties

Qualifications

• Proven ability to design diverse delivery approaches.
• Experience in managing relationships within the financial services sector.

Responsibilities

• Curate and design bootcamps and programmes.
• Spearhead initiatives involving industry events.
• Build relationships with sponsors and supporters.

Skills

Self-starter

Leadership experience

Entrepreneurial mindset

Financial services knowledge

Education

Level 4 financial services qualification

Job description

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management
• Strategic Management Services

Location

Dunland, England, United Kingdom

About The Role

We’re looking for a Program Lead to spearhead our existing and new initiatives, delivering a range of bootcamps, programmes, events and sessions that support delegates, students, partners, sponsors and speakers. This role involves curating and designing content, sourcing speakers, building a mentoring community, representing the Foundation at industry events, and nurturing relationships with key sponsors and supporters.

Responsibilities

• Curate and design bootcamps, programmes, events and sessions.
• Deliver sessions, source relevant speakers and create cohesive programmes.
• Collaborate with delegates, students, partners, sponsors and speakers to maximise the value and impact of programmes.
• Build a community of mentors and supporters within the broader financial services community.
• Represent the Verve Foundation at industry events, promotional activities and in trade press.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key sponsors and supporters.
• Support the recruitment of a Programme Support officer.

About You

• Self‑starter with autonomy and creativity to design delivery approaches.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to balance growth with limited resources.
• Minimum Level 4 financial services qualification and deep industry knowledge.
• Leadership experience and ability to nurture future hires.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday allowance, bank holidays, Christmas close‑down and birthday off if on a weekday.
• Personal development budget (exams, training, etc.).
• Hybrid or fully remote options available.
• Access to lifestyle benefits such as meditation apps and discount & rewards apps.
• Death in service cover.
• Pension contributions.
• Two official annual company parties.

Other Highlights

• No dress codes.
• Strong health and wellbeing programme and initiatives.
• Purpose‑driven company with strong values.

Salary is dependent on experience and aligned with a not‑for‑profit model.