Digital Portfolio Manager

Manchester Digital; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector digital agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Digital Portfolio Manager. This role involves managing large-scale projects, building stakeholder relationships, and ensuring project delivery in a hybrid working environment. Competitive pay of up to £46,547 and a generous civil service pension are offered. The ideal candidate will have experience in portfolio or project management, with relevant qualifications being a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28.97% employer pension contributions

Generous leave package starting at 26 days

Qualifications

• Experience of either portfolio management or project management within a change or digital environment.
• Experience of analysing multiple information sources, producing reports appropriate for senior audiences.
• Experience of applying appropriate governance procedures including delivery assurance.
• Experience of tracking and reporting progress of digital delivery to senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful delivery of a portfolio of projects and programmes.
• Plan, prioritise, and track progress, managing dependencies and risks.
• Produce portfolio status reports and support agile delivery teams.
• Deliver outcomes that comply with cross-government standards.

Skills

Portfolio management experience

Stakeholder relationship building

Analytical skills

Governance procedures knowledge

Risk management

Project management qualification

Education

Management of Portfolios (MoP) - Foundation Level

Prince2 Agile - Foundation Level

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) - Foundation Level

APM PMQ (formerly APMP)

PMI Certification (PMP, PgMP, PfMP, CAPM, PSMP, ACP)

Job description

Overview

Pay up to £46,547, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

We are looking for experienced Digital Portfolio Managers who have a passion for complex problem solving and who can manage large-scale projects, driving progress and innovation.

DWP Digital is transforming services by harnessing cutting-edge technologies and innovative ways of working to deliver quicker, easier, and more cost-effective support for customers.

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Experience of either portfolio management or project management within a change or digital environment.
• Experience of building long term strategic relationship with stakeholders to facilitate and deliver business outcomes.
• Experience of analysing multiple information sources, producing reports appropriate for senior audiences, including making recommendations for changes.
• Experience of applying appropriate governance procedures including delivery assurance.
• Experience of tracking and reporting progress of digital delivery to senior levels, including identifying, managing and unblocking risks and issues.
• You should have or be working towards a recognised Portfolio or Project Management qualification (or equivalent - which you must state on your application) such as:
  • Management of Portfolios (MoP) - Foundation Level
  • Prince2 Agile - Foundation Level
  • Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) - Foundation Level
  • APM PMQ (formerly APMP)
  • PMI Certification (PMP, PgMP, PfMP, CAPM, PSMP, ACP)

The sift panel will use the information you provide to assess your experience, skills and knowledge against the above.

Full details, as well as application guidance are detailed in the Civil Service Job description - Click "Apply" to be redirected here.

You and your role

As part of the Digital Portfolio Management function, you will ensure the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects and programmes. This involves planning, prioritising, and tracking progress, managing dependencies and risks, and maintaining a clear view of the wider DWP and Digital Group strategy. You will work closely with colleagues across Digital, Finance, Commercial teams, and government bodies such as the Cabinet Office and HM Treasury to drive change while keeping essential services running.

Your responsibilities will include applying governance and control frameworks, producing portfolio status reports, supporting agile delivery teams, and ensuring robust risk management.

You will also play a key role in building professional capability within the portfolio community through line management and coaching. Ultimately, you will help deliver outcomes that comply with cross-government standards and meet the evolving needs of DWP's customers.

Location and hybrid working

Location: You\'ll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle-upon-Tyne, whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you\'ll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.

Pay, Pension and Holidays

Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £46,547.

Pension: You\'ll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%.

Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time.

You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You\'ll also get all the usual public holidays.

Process

We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages:

• Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There\'ll be full instructions when you click through.
• Interview: a single stage interview online.

CLICK APPLYfor more information and to start your application.