Our client is seeking a Group PMO Team Lead to join their organisation on a permanent, full-time basis. Reporting to the Head of Governance and Controls, the successful candidate will manage and develop the Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring the effective execution of change through strong control mechanisms, governance, and reporting. This position plays a key role in supporting strategic project delivery across the organisation.
Job Duties:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the PMO team, providing coaching and mentorship
- Embed best practices and drive continuous improvement in PMO operations
- Deliver concise and timely reporting on project portfolio performance, financials, and outcomes
- Translate project and IT updates into executive-level reporting for senior leadership
- Maintain and evolve governance frameworks and control standards across the portfolio
- Conduct audits and assurance checks to uphold project quality and compliance
- Monitor and report on project health, risks, dependencies, and benefits realisation
- Support strategic project delivery and ensure alignment with the organisational roadmap
- Act as the central point of contact for PMO processes, supporting project and programme managers
- Oversee project resourcing, capability planning, and time tracking processes
- Lead training, onboarding, and coaching for project managers and stakeholders
- Guide the successful rollout and integration of PMO processes using tools such as JIRA and Confluence
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the PMO function
- Collaborate with internal leads to identify and implement process improvements and cost efficiencies
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a PMO leadership role
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
- Expertise in project methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and Prince2
- Experience with PMO tools, particularly JIRA, Tempo, and Confluence
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Financial acumen and experience in budget and cost control
- Highly organised with attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to influence at all levels and foster cross-functional collaboration
What You’ll Love:
Our client is a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The company offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and make a tangible impact. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing PMO function at the centre of strategic change delivery.
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