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Program Manager
Location: Leeds, UK (Hybrid - 2-3 days in-office)
Salary: Up to 80,000 + Bonus
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Program Manager with a background in technology product development? Do you thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments and have a passion for delivering complex new product initiatives?
About KO2's Client:
KO2's client is a growing force in the European consumer telecommunications space, delivering innovative connectivity and digital products to households nationwide. With an emphasis on high-quality user experiences and rapid time-to-market, they're now expanding their project delivery capability with the addition of a skilled Program Manager.
The Role:
You'll take ownership of high-impact, multi-disciplinary programs - guiding them from concept through to manufacturing. You will work with engineering, product, commercial, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution and alignment with strategic objectives. You'll also be the bridge between internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full lifecycle of technology product development projects, from concept through to manufacturing
- Lead large, cross-functional teams in an indirect management environment
- Plan and execute complex new product development programs across hardware and software teams
- Engage with both internal and customer-facing stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction
- Understand and support the development-to-manufacture process in high-volume production environments
- Deliver high-quality documentation and updates, including reports, presentations, and meetings
- Promote business awareness and ensure program goals align with overall corporate accountability and product strategy
Key Requirements:
- Proven success managing technology product development projects end-to-end, including customer interaction
- Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, ideally in a consumer electronics or telecoms setting
- Strong background in stakeholder management, both internal and external
- Deep understanding of the development-to-manufacturing process, optimising for time to market
- Solid understanding of both hardware and software development disciplines
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and reporting skills
- Business-aware, with a strong sense of product, project, and corporate priorities
Why Join KO2's Client?
- Hybrid work model with flexibility and work-life balance
- Be part of an experienced team where your contributions have a direct impact
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Exciting opportunities for long-term growth and professional development
Apply today with your CV and a short cover letter.
