PMO Manager

The PMO Manager to join a Finance Transformation Programme. Will oversee project management processes within the Technology department. This temporary role, based in South West and requires a proactive individual to ensure consistent delivery of projects and adherence to governance standard.

Client Details

A medium-sized company, they are known for their focus on innovation and excellence in delivering high-quality services.

Description

• Manage and maintain the project management framework, methodologies, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards across all projects within the Technology department.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Support project teams in planning, execution, and risk management activities.
• Facilitate resource allocation and prioritisation of projects.
• Analyse project performance data and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate and lead regular project status meetings.
• Provide training and guidance to enhance project management capabilities within the team.
• Play a key role in a high-profile, cross-functional programme aimed at simplifying the corporate structure and transforming systems and end-to-end processes
• Partner closely with Workstream Leads (WSLs), Global Process Owners (GPOs), and senior stakeholders to drive alignment and delivery
• Report to the Finance PMO Lead and act as a trusted advisor across the programme
• Move beyond traditional PMO reporting to actively drive project delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved
• Challenge assumptions, identify risks, and provide proactive solutions to keep initiatives on track
• Operate within established governance frameworks to ensure robust decision-making and compliance
• Lead effective planning, monitoring, and control of project activities to deliver on time and within budget
• Support the coordination of interdependent workstreams, ensuring synergies are realised across the programme

Profile

A successful PMO Manager should have:

• A strong background in finance is preferable, coupled with demonstrable experience working on Finance Transformation or Corporate Change programmes
• Exceptional communication skills, able to build relationships quickly and to influence and challenge stakeholders of all levels
• Experience with enterprise project management tools and software (Jira and Smartsheet highly desirable) and the ability to leverage Google Suite for advanced reporting and dashboards.
• Understanding of various project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall) and the ability to adapt them to a fast paced transformation environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate Outside IR35 (DOE)
• 12 month contract
• Remote but must be flexible to travel as and when needed.
• Start date mid July