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Job Description Lead a Nationally Critical Platform Replacement We are seeking an exceptional Principal Project Manager to lead the replacement of a nationally used GP data quality, audit and reporting platform before March 2027. This is a high-profile, politically sensitive transformation programme that underpins: GP contractual reporting National audit submissions Secondary uses data flows Vaccination cohort reporting Analytics and performance insights You will take full accountability for delivering a replacement product while ensuring continuity of service for GP practices and national stakeholders. This is not a routine delivery role. This is strategic, executive-facing transformation leadership. You will: Lead a complex, multi-stream programme comprising:GP Data Platform (in-house replacement) Information Governance Third-Party Supplier management Analytics & Reporting Own the overarching programme plan and delivery roadmap Deliver a Proof of Concept in Q1 2026/27 Ensure all current modules, reports and searches remain accessible Manage executive-level governance and assurance forums Lead risk, benefits realisation and budget control Coordinate operational and strategic stakeholder engagement Prepare board-level documentation and business cases Ensure a controlled transition into business-as-usual You will operate at both operational and executive levels and act as the accountable programme integrator. Essential Experience Extensive experience leading highly complex NHS data transformation programmes Strong governance, assurance and benefits realisation experience Executive-level stakeholder management Budget ownership and commercial oversight Risk management at programme scal *Rates depend on experience and client requirements