Strategic Programme Manager (Commercial)

TL;DR

Strategic Programme Manager (Commercial): Leading the execution of business-critical programmes for the Commercial Client Group with an accent on translating strategic priorities into structured delivery and ensuring measurable impact. Focus on cross-functional coordination, analytical problem-solving, and driving alignment across business lines to accelerate growth.

Location: Hybrid in London (averaging two to three days onsite per week).

Company

The hirify.global is a leading global news organisation, known for its authority, integrity, and accuracy, delivering quality information and services worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead planning and execution of strategic programmes across FT Live, Longitude, advertising, education, and print.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders including Product & Technology, Editorial, Marketing, and Finance.
• Apply analytical thinking to clarify problems, refine programme scopes, and support decision-making.
• Establish and run programme governance cycles, ensuring timely decisions and issue resolution.
• Drive alignment and change across business units, supporting adoption of new processes and systems.

Requirements

• Experience in programme or project management, transformation delivery, internal consulting, or strategy execution in a complex organisation.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Robust communication and storytelling capabilities for senior audiences.
• Demonstrable experience managing cross-functional workstreams to successful delivery, ideally including technology-enabled programmes.
• Strong planning, organisational skills, and comfort with autonomy.
• Familiarity with case development, commercial analysis, or P&L understanding.

Nice to have

• Experience in media, information, events, or professional services.
• Experience working closely with Product & Technology teams or managing technology-driven programmes.
• Management consulting experience.

Culture & Benefits

• 50% hybrid working model (two to three days onsite).
• Generous annual leave, medical cover, and inclusive parental leave packages.
• Subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community.
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests.