Work Type
Full timeContract workPart timeLocation preference
HybridRemoteOn-siteLocation: London, ENGCanterbury, KENChelmsford, ESS
Open to relocation: No
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Aaron Hall
Programme Management
Horstead,England
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Summary
Senior Programme Manager with expertise in leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects using Six Sigma, PRINCE2 and Agile methodologies. Proven ability to deliver New Product Launches, improve operational processes and drive strategic initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in financial analysis, risk management, and fostering collaboration to achieve organisational goals.
Overview
7
Years of project management experience
10
Years of accounting experience
Skills
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Project Management
- Programme Management
- Time, cost, and quality control
- Work breakdown structure creation
- Outcome orientation
- Status reporting and financial analysis
- Business unit leadership
- Personnel and staff management
- Process re-engineering
- Gantt chart proficiency
- Decision-making skills
- Project scheduling and budget oversight
- Technical reporting
- Opportunity and issue management
- Prince2 methodology and agile delivery
- Risk assessments and critical decision making
- Six Sigma expertise
Work history
Pharmanovia LtdBasildon, UK
Senior Programme Manager
01.2024 - 09.2026
Job overview
- Led and delivered new product launches across UK, EU, Nordics, and MEA.
- Operated under GMP and GDP requirements across development activities.
- Developed new PMO SOPs, processes, systems, and tools.
- Managed AI adoption programme delivery and business integration.
- Directed programme and portfolio management for large-scale M&A initiatives.
- Managed multiple teams and direct reports across local and offshore locations.
- Improved acquisition, in-licensing, technical transfer, and technology operations delivery processes.
- Produced executive and shareholder reporting for decision-making needs.
- Managed end-to-end projects with planning, budgeting, control, and risk.
- Delivered projects exceeding £180m, supporting 100+ SKUs across 60+ markets.
- Re-engineered business processes using Six Sigma principles.
- Delivered strategic business direction aligned to C-suite objectives.
- Partnered to support business delivery objectives across organisations.
- Led post-acquisition management and alliance management activities, managing external stakeholder relations.
- Delivered enterprise and cost-saving initiatives and programmes.
- Utilised project management tools effectively for better tracking and reporting.
- Coordinated multiple programmes simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
- Guided teams through change management processes during major organisational shifts.
- Drove team performance and improvements in diverse, inclusive working culture.
- Led transformation programmes, establishing clear vision and standards for success.
- Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
- Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
- Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
Pharmanovia LtdHybrid
Manager, Project Management Office
03.2022 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Responsibility for strategic, M&A, technical transfer, operations improvement, and digital-integration projects
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements whilst executing projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex programmes on time and within budget.
- Drove team performance and improvements in diverse, inclusive working culture.
- Represented the organisation at several business events.
- Executive & Shareholder reporting on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Project management of over 35 projects
- Business process re-engineering and streamlining
- Delivery of strategic business direction objectives and targets
- Product development & lifecycle management
- M&A, Due Diligence, and post-acquisition management
- Digital solutions & system implementation
Pharmanovia LtdHybrid
Associate Manager, Project Management Office
01.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Leading internal and external projects
- Establishment of new PMO area and business wide involvement
- Process Re-engineering
- Digital solutions & system implementation
- M&A Due Diligence, and post acquisition management
- Developed new PMO structure
- Recruitment and team management
French Connection UK LtdPurfleet
Management Accountant & Initiative Delivery
01.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Led initiative delivery for new product lines and enterprise programmes.
- Managed full management accounts across group subsidiaries for accuracy.
- Performed performance and variance analysis for key stakeholder reporting.
- Administered lease management in line with IFRS 16 guidance.
- Produced business cases to support investment and decision-making.
- Managed digital commercial and operational projects within the division.
- Developed performance reports for senior management review and discussion.
- Improved accuracy of financial reports through detailed data analysis.
- Conducted regular variance analyses to flag potential areas of concern.
- Supported annual audit process with timely documentation and reporting.
- Analysed budgets and financial projections for company performance reporting.
Les Mills Fitness UKAldgate London
Assistant Accountant (Contract)
09.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Aided in development of budgets or forecasts to guide business decisions.
- Created financial statements for internal and external audit purposes thereby promoting transparency.
- Reduced discrepancies by conducting monthly reconciliation between bank and company records.
- Demonstrated understanding of complex accounting concepts for training new employees effectively.
Reach PLC (Trinity Mirror)Canary Wharf
Digital Commercial Finance Analyst (Contract)
03.2019 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Provided insightful recommendations with in-depth profitability analysis.
- Worked closely with external auditors during annual audit process.
- Streamlined internal controls, bolstering company-wide financial integrity.
- Championed training sessions on finance-related topics upskilling non-finance staff members.
Konica Minolta Business Sol. UKBasildon
Management Accountant & Project Delivery Manager
12.2016 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Implemented new financial software, enhancing efficiency.
- Identified cost reduction opportunities, improving profitability margins.
- Assisted in preparation of annual budgets, aiding business planning.
- Conducted regular variance analyses to identify potential areas of concern.
Konica Minolta Business Sol. UKBasildon
Finance Assistant
06.2014 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Managed petty cash transactions for controlled spending on office supplies.
- Performed general administrative tasks, enhancing overall departmental productivity.
- Improved financial reporting standards for increased accuracy in business decision-making.
- Resolved customer queries regarding billing issues leading to improved customer satisfaction.
- Handled ad-hoc finance related tasks efficiently whilst maintaining high accuracy levels.
- Coordinated with other teams to resolve any discrepancies in invoicing or payments.
- Completed monthly bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
- Processed purchase orders, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
Konica Minolta Business Sol. UKBasildon
Data Administrator
02.2014 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Ensured data integrity with regular comprehensive audits.
- Adhered strictly to GDPR regulations whilst handling customer information, maintaining compliance always.
- Prepared detailed documentation on database structures and processes as reference material for training purposes.
- Implemented backup procedures for safeguarding crucial company data.
Harvey's Furniture Stores UKPurfleet
Purchase Ledger Clerk (Temporary)
07.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Reconciled purchase orders with invoices for financial accuracy.
- Communicated with suppliers regarding payment issues, resolved disputes.
- Enhanced efficiency of purchase ledger department by introducing process improvements.
- Resolved complex discrepancies in ledger accounts for accurate record keeping.
Dominoes Pizza UK (Vision Ten)Shoeburyness
Store Manager
11.2011 - 07.2013
Dominoes Pizza UK (Vision Ten)Shoeburyness
Assistant Store Manager
05.2011 - 10.2011
Dominoes Pizza UK (Vision Ten)Shoeburyness
Delivery Driver
03.2010 - 05.2011
Education
The Knowledge Academy
Higher National Diploma from Lean Six Sigma
Axelos
Diploma of Higher Education from Project Management
Kaplan Accountancy
Higher National Diploma from Management Accounting
First IntuitionChelmsford, Essex
Diploma of Higher Education from Bookkeeping (AAT)
Palmer's CollegeGrays, Thurrock
A-Levels from Law, History, English Literature, Psychology
2010 - 2012 (2 education.years_Label)
Gable Hall SchoolStanford, Thurrock
GCSEs
2004/2004 - 2009/2009
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- PRINCE2 (6th Edition) Foundation
- PMI Use of AI in Project Management Micro-Certification
- PMI Strategic Business Analytics Micro-Certification
- PMO M.O.R.E framework
- CIMA Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting (Adv. Dip. MA)
- AAT Level 4 Qualification in Accounting
Accomplishments
- Awarded "Top 100" employee for three years straight during my time at Konica Minolta Business Solutions
- Elected "New Joiner of the Year" in my first year at Pharmanovia
- Won "Employee of the Year" at Pharmanovia
- Won "Project Team of the Year" at Pharmanovia for delivery of Korjuny, a new product launch
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Programme Manager
Pharmanovia Ltd
01.2024 - 09.2026
Manager, Project Management Office
Pharmanovia Ltd
03.2022 - 01.2024
Associate Manager, Project Management Office
Pharmanovia Ltd
01.2021 - 03.2022
Management Accountant & Initiative Delivery
French Connection UK Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Accountant (Contract)
Les Mills Fitness UK
09.2019 - 12.2019
Digital Commercial Finance Analyst (Contract)
Reach PLC (Trinity Mirror)
03.2019 - 09.2019
Management Accountant & Project Delivery Manager
Konica Minolta Business Sol. UK
12.2016 - 03.2019
Finance Assistant
Konica Minolta Business Sol. UK
06.2014 - 12.2016
Data Administrator
Konica Minolta Business Sol. UK
02.2014 - 06.2014
Purchase Ledger Clerk (Temporary)
Harvey's Furniture Stores UK
07.2013 - 12.2013
Store Manager
Dominoes Pizza UK (Vision Ten)
11.2011 - 07.2013
Assistant Store Manager
Dominoes Pizza UK (Vision Ten)
05.2011 - 10.2011
Delivery Driver
Dominoes Pizza UK (Vision Ten)
03.2010 - 05.2011
The Knowledge Academy
Higher National Diploma from Lean Six Sigma
Axelos
Diploma of Higher Education from Project Management
Kaplan Accountancy
Higher National Diploma from Management Accounting
First Intuition
Diploma of Higher Education from Bookkeeping (AAT)
Palmer's College
A-Levels from Law, History, English Literature, Psychology
2010 - 2012 (2 education.years_Label)
Gable Hall School
GCSEs
2004/2004 - 2009/2009