Head of IT PMO & Portfolio Delivery

DS Smith; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company in Greater London is seeking a Head of I&T PMO to drive transformation and innovation in project management. This role involves leading the PMO, ensuring governance processes are in place, aligning IT projects with organizational goals, and fostering an environment of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT project management, strong leadership capabilities, and a solid educational background. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence project execution excellence across the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development program

Opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful IT project delivery.
• Extensive experience in a leadership role within PMO.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and software development processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the I&T Project Management Office and ensure effective governance processes.
• Develop and implement PMO governance frameworks and standards.
• Oversee alignment of project portfolios with business objectives.

Skills

Decision-making

Conflict management

Project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration or a related field

Advanced degree (MBA, Masters in Project Management)

Tools

MS Project

Planview

Kanban boards

Job description

A leading packaging company in Greater London is seeking a Head of I&T PMO to drive transformation and innovation in project management. This role involves leading the PMO, ensuring governance processes are in place, aligning IT projects with organizational goals, and fostering an environment of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT project management, strong leadership capabilities, and a solid educational background. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence project execution excellence across the organization.