PMO Manager

The PMO Manager to join a Finance Transformation Programme. Will oversee project management processes within the Technology department. This temporary role, based in South West and requires a proactive individual to ensure consistent delivery of projects and adherence to governance standard.

Client Details A medium-sized company, they are known for their focus on innovation and excellence in delivering high-quality services.

Description Manage and maintain the project management framework, methodologies, and processes.<br />Ensure compliance with governance standards across all projects within the Technology department.<br />Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.<br />Support project teams in planning, execution, and risk management activities.<br />Facilitate resource allocation and prioritisation of projects.<br />Analyse project performance data and recommend improvements.<br />Coordinate and lead regular project status meetings.<br />Provide training and guidance to enhance project management capabilities within the team.<br />Play a key role in a high-profile, cross-functional programme aimed at simplifying the corporate structure and transforming systems and end-to-end processes<br />Partner closely with Workstream Leads (WSLs), Global Process Owners (GPOs), and senior stakeholders to drive alignment and delivery<br />Report to the Finance PMO Lead and act as a trusted advisor across the programme<br />Move beyond traditional PMO reporting to actively drive project delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved<br />Challenge assumptions, identify risks, and provide proactive solutions to keep initiatives on track<br />Operate within established governance frameworks to ensure robust decision-making and compliance<br />Lead effective planning, monitoring, and control of project activities to deliver on time and within budget<br />Support the coordination of interdependent workstreams, ensuring synergies are realised across the programme Profile A successful PMO Manager should have:

A strong background in finance is preferable, coupled with demonstrable experience working on Finance Transformation or Corporate Change programmes<br />Exceptional communication skills, able to build relationships quickly and to influence and challenge stakeholders of all levels<br />Experience with enterprise project management tools and software (Jira and Smartsheet highly desirable) and the ability to leverage Google Suite for advanced reporting and dashboards.<br />Understanding of various project management methodologies (e.g.

Agile, Waterfall) and the ability to adapt them to a fast paced transformation environment. Job Offer Competitive daily rate Outside IR35 (DOE)<br />12 month contract<br />Remote but must be flexible to travel as and when needed.<br />Start date mid July