Head of Portfolio Delivery

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Head of Portfolio Delivery to join their growing team. Reporting to the CTO, the Head of Portfolio Delivery will oversee a portfolio of inflight and pipeline projects, ensuring strategic alignment, effective resource allocation, and the delivery of genuine business value. This is a leadership role where you'll act as a deputy for the CTO and be the escalation point for project delivery.

Key Responsibilities for the Head of Portfolio Delivery

• Develop and implement project delivery strategies that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Lead planning and resource allocation for internal teams and third-party partners to maximise development capacity
• Manage and mentor a team of functional leads overseeing project management, business analysis, development and testing capabilities
• Supervise complex software development projects across Agile and Waterfall methodologies, balancing budgets and ensuring quality delivery
• Build strong stakeholder relationships with executive directors and senior managers, providing transparent board-level reporting
• Champion continuous improvement, embedding industry-standard processes and driving a culture of collaboration and innovation

Key Experience for the Head of Portfolio Delivery

• Substantial experience in IT transforming and managing significant IT services in large organisations
• Experience delivering technology change through 3rd party providers and managing relationships across a multi-vendor ecosystem
• Proven track record managing complex software development projects and programme budgets exceeding £1m
• Strong knowledge of project management practices including both Waterfall and Agile methodologies
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to engage confidently at all levels
• Strong communication skills to translate complex technical issues for varied audiences and write clear documentation

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