Head of Technology Portfolio
Buckinghamshire (Hybrid)
We have partnered with a multinational business who are recruiting a Head of Technology Portfolio to ensure the formal control and success of all programmes/projects within the business. This is a permanent role; the successful candidate will be accountable for ensuring the effective definition and implementation of set methods and processes within the business.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Technology Portfolio:
- Develop of a benefit realisation framework aligned to SAFE.
- Definition, deployment & execution of a Portfolio Delivery Roadmap with key milestones & dependencies
- Deliver the portfolio dashboard to report progress against initiatives, resource management, financials, key risks, issues, and dependencies so that COMEX can make informed decisions.
- Champion strong IT governance and mentor project and delivery managers in its continuous development.
- Ensuring consistent production of Business Case documentation to support initiatives.
- Management of demand and supply of resources.
- Lead, manage and optimise the technology portfolio, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and delivering value through effective portfolio management
- Working closely with Group/Regional leadership where required
- Ensure portfolio delivers value, balancing risk, cost and opportunities across initiatives.
- Development of delivery strategy for all business initiatives underpinned by capacity management, governance, reporting, change management and prioritisation.
- Facilitate Portfolio level ceremonies such as PI planning, and portfolio syncs.
- Implement robust risk management practices to safeguard portfolio outcomes.
- Oversee portfolio budgeting, forecasting and financial tracking to ensure optimal resource allocation & financial performance.
- People management for the PMO team
- Define, meet and exceed key performance metrics to evaluate portfolio health & performance
- Conduct regular reviews and provide reports on portfolio performance
Skills required for the Head of Technology Portfolio:
- SAFE practitioner
- Extensive knowledge of Lean Portfolio management framework, methods, processes and execution.
- Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills with a collegiate style and approach
- Senior level stakeholder management experience, able to challenge, advise and coach senior leaders.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen
- Extensive digital experience and technology background with a strong understanding of Agile principles and tools
- Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
- Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
Package for the Head of Technology Portfolio:
- Salary £90,000 per annum
- Car allowance £7000 per annum
- 15% annual bonus
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