Role: PMO Lead Location: Central London (Remote with one day per week in office)
Are you a seasoned Project Manager or PMO Lead looking for a new challenge? Our client, a forward-thinking company in the financial services sector, is seeking a PMO Lead to oversee their Programme Management Office. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective delivery of multiple projects and programmes aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
The Role:
As a PMO Lead, you will:
- Implement and govern the monitoring and control strategy for the PMO.
- Manage and lead projects
- Ensure the effective delivery and coordination of all programmes and projects.
- Lead, mentor, and support a small team of two project managers to align with corporate goals and governance.
- Collaborate with in-house and outsourced development teams.
- Identify and resolve project issues, risks, and blockers proactively.
- Report programme and project status to line management.
- Oversee stakeholder management and ensure adherence to timelines.
What are we looking for:
The ideal PMO Lead will have:
- Proven experience working within or leading a PMO with strong experience implementing and managing governance.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, Waterfall).
- Excellent leadership skills with experience mentoring project managers.
- Proficiency in reporting and stakeholder management.
- Experience working in the financial services sector
The Package:
The PMO Lead will receive:
- Annual salary of £60,000
- Private Healthcare
- Life Insurance
- Pension Contributions (option to flex up to 10% employer contribution)
- Travel Insurance
- Wellness Fund
- 25 Days Annual Leave, increasing to 28 Days after 3 years' service
- Celebration Day
- Volunteering Day
- Enhanced Family Leave & Pay
- Holiday Buy Back / Sell Scheme
Our client is a leading financial organisation committed to driving digital transformation and continuous improvement. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, ensuring their teams are well-supported and aligned with the company's strategic goals.
If you are an experienced PMO Lead with a passion for project governance and team mentorship, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now to join a company that values continuous improvement and strategic alignment.
If you have experience as a Project Management Office Lead, Programme Manager, Project Manager or PMO Manager, this role could be a great fit for you.
Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.