Capgemini Invent
Senior Programme Consultant
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Senior Consultant – Programme & Change Acceleration at Capgemini Invent
At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative, and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to clients' challenges of today and tomorrow. Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by technology created with purpose.
Workforce and Organisation is a core Capgemini Invent capability unit that puts people at the heart of everything we do. We combine strategy, process, people, technology, and data, working across all sectors to transform:
- Technology
- Organisations
- Society
We are made up of three capability teams, including Programme & Change Acceleration (‘P&CA’) — the focus of this role. P&CA houses Capgemini Invent’s transformation programme delivery and change experts.
About the Role
As a Senior Consultant in the Programme and Change Acceleration team, you will lead and support the delivery of complex business transformation and change initiatives across multiple sectors, applying programme expertise to help clients achieve successful, sustainable change.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery Leadership & Team Development
- Independently lead the execution of workstreams on client delivery.
- Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering capability development and team growth.
- Demonstrate key principles of people development through coaching and management.
Transformation & Governance Support
- Support business transformation initiatives by championing use of:
- P3M (Portfolio, Programme, Project Management) methodologies
- Tools
- Processes
- Contribute to P&CA thought leadership advancement.
- Help embed:
- Governance
- Controls
- Reporting
- Enable effective oversight and standardisation at all levels of transformation initiatives.
Internal Skills & Talent Development
- Develop internal training pathways to strengthen P&CA capability.
- Coach junior members of the team.
- Support certifications or learning initiatives for yourself and colleagues.
Commercial Growth & Innovation
- Apply a commercial mindset to identify new opportunities.
- Assist in shaping P&CA service offerings.
- Proactively contribute to client success and competitive advantage.
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Opportunities for Personal & Team Growth
Your role will provide opportunities in:
Business Development
- Lead/contribute to proposals, RFPs, bids, and proposition development.
- Participate in client pitch contributions.
- Host clients at events during team activities.
Internal Contribution
- Develop campaigns, internal think-tanks, whitepapers, and practice development initiatives including:
- Operating practices
- Recruitment
- Team events and activities
- Service offering development.
Learning & Development
- Access onboarding and certification training to support career progression.
- Develop skills aligned with company-wide demand.
Required Profile
- Proven track record:
- Delivering complex transformation initiatives across multiple industries.
- Expertise in programme management, governance, stakeholder, and risk management.
- Client engagement experience:
- Managing workstreams or small projects on client engagements.
- Leading high-performing teams with effective task delegation to direct reports.
- Methodology expertise:
- Experience with multiple P3M methodologies and approaches
- Commercial acumen:
- Strong awareness of identifying new sales opportunities.
- Proficient in budget management.
- People leadership:
- Proven experience in coaching and managing others.
Desirable Skills & Experiences
Please note any of the following will enhance your fit for this role:
- Relevant P3M qualifications:
- MSP, MoP, and/or P3O from Axelos.
- PMQ, PPQ, and/or ChPP from APM.
- PMP and/or PgMP from PMI.
- PRINCE2 Practitioner or Agile-equivalent certifications.
- Portfolio management experience:
- Planning, governance, and reporting.
- UK Public Sector knowledge:
- Understanding of government governance frameworks, delivery environments, and stakeholder landscapes.
- Organisation adaptability:
- Proven ability to thrive in matrixed organisations.
- Experience in selling and delivering consulting solutions across peer groups by enlisting support.
- Industry background:
- Currently working in a major consulting firm or industry with previous consulting experience.
- Experience with proposition building and delivery.
- Security clearance:
- Hold UK Security Check (SC) status or be willing and eligible to obtain within 6 months.
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Why You’ll Love Working Here
You’ll join a team central to Capgemini Invent’s transformational consultancy focus, acting as the programme and change management center of excellence. Our work drives organisations through complex transformations by addressing key challenges:
Change Management
- Help organisations navigate and reduce people-related risks during transformations.
Programme Management
- Provide tools essential for successful delivery execution.
We’re Proud to Be an Inclusive Workplace
At Capgemini, inclusion isn’t just theory — it’s actively embedded in everything we do through:
- Core Values and the Inclusive Futures for All campaign.
- Enabling all team members to bring their whole self to work.
Hybrid & Flexible Work
- Hybrid model embedded in our operations.
- All UK employees eligible for flexible working arrangements.
Talent Advocates
- Mental Health Champions through each of our business areas.
- Wellbeing app investments: Thrive + Peppy.
Disability Confident Employer
- As part of our UK Government’s Disability Confident Scheme (Level 2), we offer interviews to:
- Candidates who declare a disability and meet the minimum criteria.
Carbon & Tech for Social Impact
- Committed to lower our carbon footprint and improving digital inclusivity.
- Ranked among world’s most ethical companies for 10 years by the Ethisphere Institute.
Assigned Location & Travel Expectations
Work bases will be in London, Manchester, or Glasgow. However, assignments may also require:
- Extended time away from home base, including short-notice travel.
Compensation & Benefits
- Customisable flexible benefit options tailored to personal circumstances.
- Variable component based on grade, company performance, and individual performance metrics.
About Capgemini
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organisations navigatethis dual digital and sustainability transition. As a responsible and diverse group:
- 340,000+ team members in over 50 countries.
- 55+ years of history, trusted by clients.
- Global revenue (2024): €22.1 billion. Areas of strength include:
- Strategy & Design Engineering and IT solutions.
- Market leading capabilities in:
- AI
- Cloud
- Data
- Industry expertise & partner ecosystem.
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