Head of Delivery - National Security

Our client is seeking a Head of Delivery - National Security to lead delivery across a strategically important portfolio supporting Central Government, Law Enforcement and wider national security customers. This permanent leadership role offers the opportunity to shape delivery performance, operational excellence and future growth across a high-profile defence and security portfolio. The preferred location is Woking, with hybrid working available and Manchester also considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the successful delivery of programmes, projects and services across the Central Government and Law Enforcement portfolio
Act as the senior escalation point for delivery risks, issues and customer concerns
Provide delivery assurance, portfolio reporting, management information and accurate forecasting
Support Project Managers and Engineering Managers to achieve successful programme execution
Drive improvements in delivery confidence, efficiency, productivity and operational performance
Manage financial and commercial performance, including utilisation, profitability and margin improvement
Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Government, Law Enforcement and national security organisations
Work with Account Leadership and Business Development teams to shape bids, capture activity and future growth opportunities

Job Requirements:

Proven experience as a Delivery Manager, Head of Delivery or senior leader within project, programme or portfolio management
Strong experience delivering complex programmes within Central Government, Law Enforcement, Policing or National Security environments
Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary delivery teams within matrix-managed organisations
Strong knowledge of portfolio governance, risk management, delivery assurance and operational planning
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
Strong commercial awareness and experience in financial forecasting and business planning
Existing SC clearance is desirable, with eligibility to obtain SC clearance and NPPV
Understanding of Government procurement, technology, engineering, cyber, communications, defence or national security programmes

Working Environment:

Hybrid working with Woking as the preferred office location
Manchester-based applicants will also be considered
Travel to customer and business sites as required
Opportunity to work with senior stakeholders across critical Government and Law Enforcement services
Significant autonomy to shape the delivery function and influence portfolio growth

Benefits:

Permanent senior leadership opportunity within the defence and security sector
Direct influence over the future direction of a growing national security portfolio
Exposure to strategically important Government and Law Enforcement programmes
Supportive environment focused on professional growth, delivery excellence and continuous improvement
Opportunity to contribute to mission-critical services supporting national security
If you are an experienced Delivery Manager or senior delivery leader with a background in Central Government, Law Enforcement or National Security, apply now to take on this influential Head of Delivery opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed