IT Project and Portfolio Manager

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

IT Project and Portfolio Manager

Requisition ID: R10209698
Location: London, Cheltenham or New Malden (hybrid working)
Citizenship Required: UK
Clearance Type: SC

Salary: £65,000 - £90,000

What's your possible?

At Northrop Grumman UK, you'll join a team that's driving innovation where it matters most. We work on projects that protect people, advance global security and shape tomorrow's technology solutions. We call this Defining Possible.

This mindset guides our work, our culture and your career development. Here, your ideas and ambition can make a real impact.

About the Opportunity

This is more than a job; it's a mission.

We're looking for an IT Project and Portfolio Manager to lead the project and portfolio management function across the EMEA region. You will be part of the EMEA IT leadership team, partnering with stakeholders across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

You'll shape how IT projects are delivered, improve our delivery capability and manage a varied portfolio that includes infrastructure, SaaS and custom-built solutions. It's a chance to make a measurable impact, modernise practices and champion project excellence.

What You'll Do

• Lead the full EMEA IT project portfolio to ensure effective, timely and high-quality delivery.
• Manage key IT projects directly and support the wider team delivering the portfolio.
• Implement and mature project management disciplines across the EMEA IT function.
• Oversee project budgets, resource allocation and financial reporting.
• Provide clear, accurate portfolio reporting to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across technical teams, business units and global service lines.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business or similar, or extensive equivalent experience.
• Proven experience leading full lifecycle IT projects (infrastructure, SaaS or software delivery).
• Strong knowledge of frameworks such as PMI, APM, Prince2, MSP or ITIL.
• Ability to explain complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Experience leading diverse or matrixed teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgement, decision-making and risk management skills.
• Experience coaching, developing and motivating teams.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, development or production environments.
• Consulting experience or delivery of customer-facing projects.
• Comfortable making recommendations with organisation-wide impact.

If you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Curiosity, capability and a willingness to grow matter to us.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national.
You must be able to gain and maintain SC (Security Check) clearance.
Our recruitment team can support you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com

Benefits

• Hybrid working and flexible options (including compressed fortnight)
• Private healthcare
• Cash health plan
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Career development and mentoring
• Performance-related bonuses

Why Join Us?

A Mission to Believe In
Every day, we work on technology that helps build a more secure, resilient and connected world.

A Place to Belong and Thrive
We're committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Every voice matters, and your ideas help shape our future.

Your Career, Your Way
Grow your career with access to diverse projects, development pathways and supportive leaders invested in your success.

Ready to Apply?

• Yes: Submit your application online today.
• Not sure: Contact us at talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com for more details.
• Not right now: Explore other roles at Northrop Grumman UK. We're growing across the country.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.