Head of PMO

DescriptionPosition at System CLead the future of portfolio delivery. Improve governance. Drive transformation.At System C, we deliver technology that helps connect and transform health and care outcomes. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for an experienced Head of PMO to lead our Professional Services Portfolio Management Office and establish it as a trusted, high-performing function that strengthens governance, insight and delivery performance.This is a leadership role with a clear mandate: Standardise, Govern, Transform.You will work closely with senior leaders while remaining connected to the operational realities of project delivery. You will create consistency across our portfolio, increase confidence in the information used for decision-making and evolve the PMO into a strategic capability that improves outcomes for customers and the business.What you'll be doingEstablish the FoundationsDefine common portfolio reporting, governance and control standardsImprove project, financial, resource and delivery data qualityStandardise project controls including milestones, RAID management, dependencies and changeBuild clear ownership and accountability across delivery teamsCreate trusted portfolio reporting for senior stakeholdersManage the PortfolioLead portfolio governance, assurance and review practicesProvide insight into portfolio health, risks and delivery confidenceChallenge forecasts, capacity constraints and delivery performanceStrengthen oversight of dependencies, risks and change activitySupport leaders with clear recommendations and evidence-based decision makingTransform Portfolio OutcomesDefine and deliver the PMO maturity roadmapDevelop more predictive and forward-looking portfolio insightImprove prioritisation, benefits measurement and decision supportDrive continuous improvement through automation, tooling and improved information flowsUse portfolio trends and lessons learned to enhance delivery effectivenessWhat we're looking forProven leadership of a PMO, portfolio office or equivalent delivery functionExperience managing complex project and programme portfoliosStrong governance, assurance and project control expertiseConfidence working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisionsExcellent people leadership and capability development skillsExperience with portfolio financials, capacity planning, risks and dependenciesAbility to balance strategic thinking with operational executionExperience with Power BI, advanced Excel, PSA/PPM tools, Jira, Confluence, Precursive, OpenAir or MS Project would be beneficial, although the ability to establish robust information disciplines is more important than knowledge of any specific platform.Why System C We are a collaborative organisation where people are encouraged to learn, grow and make an impact. We value teamwork, continuous improvement, accountability and integrity. We invest in professional development, support flexible benefits and create opportunities for people to bring their best selves to work every day.If you are ready to lead change, improve delivery outcomes and build a PMO that enables long-term success, apply today.