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PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

Strategically focussed management of your programmes and portfolio

I lead complex, high-stakes programmes, particularly in financial services, ensuring large-scale transformations are strategically aligned, fully integrated, and effectively executed. From regulatory compliance to digital transformation, mergers, and operational resilience, I bring structured yet flexible leadership that manages risk, drives collaboration, and delivers measurable business value. My approach ensures every initiative supports corporate objectives and achieves lasting impact.

How can Change Management Solutions Help Your Business Succeed?

With deep experience in project and change management, financial services, risk management,and regulatory compliance, I ensure that your most critical programmes run efficiently, mitigaterisks, and align with your long-term strategic objectives.

Strategic Programme Management for Optimised Outcomes

Driving Complex Change with Confidence

​As technology solutions become increasingly sophisticated, organisations must navigate a complex ecosystem of digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience. Without effective coordination, fragmented initiatives can lead to inefficiencies, compliance risks, and missed opportunities. As a Programme Manager specialising in complex financial programmes, I ensure that large-scale technology and business transformation efforts are seamlessly integrated, strategically aligned, and effectively executed to drive long-term success.​

 

Expert Programme Leadership for Financial Organisations

With deep experience in project and change management, financial services, risk management, and regulatory compliance, I ensure that your most critical programmes run efficiently, mitigate risks, and align with your long-term strategic objectives.

 

I work with executive teams, boards, and senior stakeholders across banking, asset management, and fintech to navigate the complexities of:

  • Regulatory & Compliance Initiatives: Ensuring adherence to evolving financial regulations such as Basel III, MiFID II, and IFRS.

  • Digital Transformation: Leading large-scale technology implementations, from cloud migration to AI-driven risk modelling.

  • Operational Resilience: Strengthening frameworks for cybersecurity, business continuity, and enterprise risk management.

  • Mergers & Acquisitions Integration: Aligning processes, technology, and culture post-merger for seamless transitions.

  • Business Process Optimisation: Streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and profitability.​

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A Proven Approach to Complex Programmes

I bring a structured yet adaptable methodology to programme execution, ensuring clarity, control, and measurable success. My approach includes:

  • Strategic Alignment: Ensuring every programme delivers value that supports corporate objectives.

  • Governance & Risk Management: Identifying risks early and implementing robust mitigation strategies.

  • Stakeholder Engagement:  Building consensus and driving collaboration across executive teams, regulators, and technology partners.

  • Delivery Excellence:  Managing timelines, budgets, and dependencies to achieve impactful outcomes.

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Let’s Talk About Your Challenges

Whether you are navigating regulatory change, integrating new technologies, or executing a major transformation, I provide the leadership and execution expertise to deliver results.

 

Let’s discuss how I can help your organisation drive successful programme outcomes.

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Discovery Call

Free 30-min consultation to understand your business, goals, and challenges.

Custom Project Roadmap

A tailored project strategy aligned to your goals, whether that’s fixing stalled initiatives, managing change, or launching something big. You’ll get clarity, structure, and actionable next steps.

Leadership & Execution

Need help executing the plan? I’ll lead your team or integrate with your existing structure to manage delivery, vendors, reporting, and outcomes for guaranteed results.

CHANGE MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS LTD

John Craig

022 406 1837

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