Project Management Officer - Asset Management

Your new company An Asset management organisation focused on investing and identifying powerful trends in the investment landscape. They believe in creating longer lasting economic value and look to embed stewardship into their investment process. They are always looking to ensure that they build long-lasting relationships on behalf of their clients. Your new role A PMO is required to join the organisation to support a variety of technology and business-related initiatives across the organisation. They currently have up to 40 projects concurrently running with around 3-4 new projects initiated per month on average. This role sits within the Project Office, which is a small team comprising the Head of Project Office, 2 dedicated Project Managers and the PMO Lead. The Project Management Officer will report to the Head of Project Office.The PMO will play a key role in supporting the effective delivery and governance of this portfolio change portfolio. The PMO will be responsible for ensuring consistent application of project management standards, producing regular project governance committee materials and senior management reporting, and assisting with resource, budget and issue management.This is a hands-on, developmental role ideal for someone with prior experience in project coordination or PMO support who is looking to build analytical, governance, and stakeholder management skills in a fast-paced financial services environment.What you'll need to succeed

• Strong experience working in a PMO office within the financial services sector
• Asset management background is preferable
• Familiarity with project management tools, and principles and terminologyy
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with a range of stakeholders
• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills (e.g. data analysis, presentation formatting)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple streams of work and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of Regulatory change or governance processes in financial services is nice to have

What you'll get in return

• Competitive basic salary up to £55K
• Hybrid working
• Excellent benefits package

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