Head of PMO (Interim)

Pod Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare business in Central London is seeking an Interim Head of PMO for a maternity cover. The role involves managing project plans and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful product launches. Candidates should have experience in healthcare or life sciences environments and a strong track record in project management. The contract lasts 7 months and requires hybrid working with office attendance at least 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in similar roles within a healthcare or life sciences setting.
• Previous involvement in managing product launches and new product introductions.
• Experience with contract manufacturers is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage project plans and lead review meetings regularly.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and R&D stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth and successful product launches.

Skills

Experience in a healthcare/pharma/life sciences environment

Project management experience related to product launches

Ability to lead complex projects

Influencing senior stakeholders

Job description

Role: Head of PMO (Interim)

Location: Central London - Hybrid working model

Salary: £750 - £800 per day (inside IR35)

We are pleased to be working with a leading healthcare business with multi national reach who are looking to hire an interim Head of PMO for a maternity cover. This role will act as part of the leadership team, supporting the ongoing leadership of the project management office- with a strong focus on NPI and product expansions.

You will be responsible for managing project plans and leading the review meetings on a regular basis, working closely with stakeholders in Supply Chain, Operations and R&D to ensure smooth and successful product launches.

To be successful in this role we are looking for:

• Experience in a healthcare/pharma/life sciences environment in similar roles
• Previous project management experience- particularly relating to product launches and NPI
• Prior experience of working with contract manufacturers would be very beneficial
• Ability to lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders

This role is for a quick start- ideally in October to facilitate a hand over and is likely to be a 7 month contract initially. It will operate inside IR35 and we can only consider people who have existing right to work in the UK and who can be available in the timeframe, with relevant sector experience. If you do not meet those criteria we will not be able to consider your application.

The role is based in Central London and will require regular in office attendance- at least 3 days per week.

To find out more about this opportunity please either apply directly or reach out – [e-mail]