Data Centre Migration/Exit - Programme Manager
Posted 3 days ago by Square One Resources
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Eccles, United Kingdom
Summary: The Programme Manager for Data Centre Migration and Exit will lead a high-profile project focused on the planning and execution of technology migration and integration activities. This role requires collaboration with internal teams and third-party suppliers to ensure a seamless transition from legacy infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background and experience in managing complex IT landscapes, particularly within the banking sector. The position is based in Manchester and involves a hybrid working arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology migration and decommissioning workstreams.
- Manage the build and integration of new technology platforms (on-prem and cloud).
- Coordinate with multiple technical and business teams to deliver against tight timescales.
- Drive progress across a complex set of interdependencies and ensure alignment with programme objectives.
- Own delivery plans, RAID logs, governance, and stakeholder communications.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory, security, and operational standards.
- Collaborate closely with third parties and internal banking functions.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience delivering large-scale data centre exit or migration programmes.
- Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, including cloud (AWS) and physical environments (servers, storage, network).
- Ability to manage and integrate across complex IT landscapes and legacy platforms.
- Banking or financial services experience is essential.
- Prior exposure in mid-tier banking environments is highly desirable.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, regulated environments.
- Excellent communication, planning, and risk management skills.
Salary (Rate): £450 per day
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Banking
JobTitle: Programme Manager - Data Centre Migration and Exit
Industry: Banking
Location: Manchester
Start Date: 01/12/2025
Duration: 31/03/2026
Work setup: 2 days onsite/week
Rate to candidate: £425 - 450 Per Day - Inside IR35
Role Description:
We need a technically astute Programme Manager to join a high-profile Data Centre Exit Programme. The role will lead the planning and execution of migration, technology build, and integration activities - ideally across both physical and cloud environments. Working closely with internal teams and third-party suppliers to ensure seamless transition from legacy infrastructure, with minimal risk and disruption to the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of technology migration and decommissioning workstreams.
- Manage the build and integration of new technology platforms (on-prem and cloud).
- Coordinate with multiple technical and business teams to deliver against tight timescales.
- Drive progress across a complex set of interdependencies and ensure alignment with programme objectives.
- Own delivery plans, RAID logs, governance, and stakeholder communications.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory, security, and operational standards.
- Collaborate closely with third parties and internal banking functions.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience delivering large-scale data centre exit or migration programmes.
- Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, including cloud (AWS) and physical environments (servers, storage, network).
- Ability to manage and integrate across complex IT landscapes and legacy platforms.
- Banking or financial services experience is essential.
- Prior exposure in mid-tier banking environments is highly desirable.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, regulated environments.
- Excellent communication, planning, and risk management skills.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.
Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
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