Programme Manager - New Product Development (Medical / Life Sciences)

Overview

We're now looking for an experienced

Programme Manager

to lead New Product Development (NPD) initiatives at our

Tipperary

site in Ireland.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the development of innovative, market-ready diagnostic solutions from concept through to launch.

What you\'ll do

Develop and deliver end-to-end programme plans for complex NPD projects, aligned with strategic priorities

Lead, inspire, and coordinate cross-functional teams to bring new products to market efficiently and effectively

Manage timelines, resources, budgets, and stakeholder expectations

Oversee the full product development lifecycle — from ideation to commercial launch

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the programme lifecycle

Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and senior leadership

Analyse market needs and customer feedback to inform product strategy

Track key performance indicators and promote continuous improvement

Deliver progress updates to senior management and cross-functional partners

Champion clear, consistent communication across teams

Qualifications

A degree in Engineering, Business, Life Sciences or a related field

5-7+ years of experience in programme or project management, ideally in life sciences, medical devices, diagnostics or pharmaceuticals

Proven success delivering complex, cross-functional projects or programmes

Strong working knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, etc.)

Expertise in budgeting, risk management and stakeholder engagement

Exceptional leadership, communication and problem-solving skills

PMP certification or equivalent is desirable

Familiarity with manufacturing and supply chain processes is an advantage

Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar

Why join us

At LGC, our purpose is

Science for a Safer World

, and our people are key to delivering it.

We're proud of our inclusive, collaborative culture and committed to helping our teams thrive.

What we offer

25 days holiday

Life assurance and health allowance

Retail discounts and recognition awards

Free 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent opportunities for long-term career development

A workplace guided by our core values : Passion | Curiosity | Integrity | Brilliance | Respect

We're an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing a recruitment process that is accessible and supportive for all.

If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know.

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