Head of PMO / 6 months / Hybrid Leeds / INSIDE IR35
My client is seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of PMO to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of major programmes of work across the organisation. INSIDE IR35/6 months/ability to travel to Leeds on an ad-hoc basis. Immediate start The Role: The successful candidate will lead and manage a team of PMO professionals, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of projects and programmes. This is a hands-on role that requires a proactive and results-oriented individual with a strong understanding of PMO methodologies and best practices. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of PMO professionals. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Delegate effectively and empower team members to take ownership. Programme Support: Provide comprehensive PMO support to major programmes, including planning, reporting, risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking. Develop and maintain programme plans, schedules, and budgets. Track progress against plans and identify any potential risks or issues. Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior stakeholders. Standardization and Best Practices: Implement and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices across assigned programmes. Ensure consistency in the application of PMO processes and tools. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO function. Performance Monitoring: Track and analyse programme performance, identifying areas for improvement. Provide timely and accurate reporting to senior stakeholders on programme progress, risks, and issues. Contribute to the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across different programmes and organisational levels. Effectively communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in. Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve any conflicts or issues. Essential Skills and Experience: Extensive experience leading PMO functions within complex organisations, ideally within the healthcare sector. Strong understanding of programme management methodologies (e.g., Agile) and their practical application. Familiarity with the NHS landscape, structures, and challenges. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to analyse complex situations, identify solutions, and make informed decisions. Strong drive for results, with a focus on delivering value and achieving organisational objectives. Hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in the day-to-day operations of the PMO. Excellent reporting, planning, and presentation skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise documents. JIRA knowledge is highly desirable. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
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My client is seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of PMO to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of major programmes of work across the organisation. INSIDE IR35/6 months/ability to travel to Leeds on an ad-hoc basis. Immediate start The Role: The successful candidate will lead and manage a team of PMO professionals, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of projects and programmes. This is a hands-on role that requires a proactive and results-oriented individual with a strong understanding of PMO methodologies and best practices. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of PMO professionals. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Delegate effectively and empower team members to take ownership. Programme Support: Provide comprehensive PMO support to major programmes, including planning, reporting, risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking. Develop and maintain programme plans, schedules, and budgets. Track progress against plans and identify any potential risks or issues. Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior stakeholders. Standardization and Best Practices: Implement and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices across assigned programmes. Ensure consistency in the application of PMO processes and tools. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO function. Performance Monitoring: Track and analyse programme performance, identifying areas for improvement. Provide timely and accurate reporting to senior stakeholders on programme progress, risks, and issues. Contribute to the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across different programmes and organisational levels. Effectively communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in. Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve any conflicts or issues. Essential Skills and Experience: Extensive experience leading PMO functions within complex organisations, ideally within the healthcare sector. Strong understanding of programme management methodologies (e.g., Agile) and their practical application. Familiarity with the NHS landscape, structures, and challenges. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to analyse complex situations, identify solutions, and make informed decisions. Strong drive for results, with a focus on delivering value and achieving organisational objectives. Hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in the day-to-day operations of the PMO. Excellent reporting, planning, and presentation skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise documents. JIRA knowledge is highly desirable. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
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