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Program Lead
Programme Lead – Network Deployment (Mobile Telecoms)
Contract | £575/day (Outside IR35) | 3-Month Rolling Contract Location: Hybrid – 2 Days per Week in Newbury
We’re looking for an experienced Programme Lead to join a high-performing Network Deployment (ND) team, delivering complex programmes across the mobile telecommunications space. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale business proposition initiatives supporting both consumer and business connectivity solutions, helping shape how demand is managed and delivered across critical network programmes.
The Role
You will be responsible for overseeing and managing a diverse pipeline of programme requests across areas including connectivity, bandwidth, and network capability enhancements. Acting as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams, you’ll ensure demand is assessed, prioritised, and delivered in line with business objectives.
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A key part of the role will involve:
- Managing stakeholder expectations
- Balancing competing priorities
- Navigating evolving requirements in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex programmes within the Network Deployment function
- Manage incoming demand from both business and consumer channels
- Prioritise requests based on business value, delivery feasibility, and strategic importance
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to align expectations and delivery timelines
- Provide clear, pragmatic guidance on what can and cannot be delivered
- Manage changing requirements diplomatically while maintaining delivery momentum
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Required Experience
- Proven experience as a Programme Lead / Senior Programme Manager within mobile telecoms
- Strong background in network deployment, connectivity, or mobile infrastructure
- Deep understanding of:
- Network performance
- Mobile core networks
- 4G/5G
- Connectivity & bandwidth solutions
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to operate in complex, fast-moving delivery environments
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