Head of PMO - Pensions Programme - INSIDE IR35 - REMOTE

JR United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Head of PMO for a critical role in their Pensions Programme. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel to client sites. The ideal candidate will possess extensive project management experience and a proven track record in leading teams and implementing PMO processes. You will be responsible for defining governance standards, managing resources, and transforming data into actionable business insights. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant projects and drive strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in project management and leadership roles.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Support defining policy and standards across the business.
• Create comprehensive, integrated plans for effective monitoring.
• Establish and lead risk and issue management processes.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Tools

Project Management Tools

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Head of PMO - Pensions Programme - INSIDE IR35 - REMOTE, Greater Manchester

Client: Lorien

Location: Greater Manchester (Remote with some ad hoc travel to client sites)

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 8

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Our client, a global company, is recruiting for a Head of PMO to join the team on a contract basis remotely. The role involves some very ad hoc travel to client sites. Must be eligible for SC clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Programme & Project Management: Support defining policy and standards across the business.
• Governance: Support defining project and programme governance processes.
• Planning & Scheduling: Create comprehensive, integrated plans at various levels to enable effective monitoring and control. Produce consolidated planning outputs for reporting and governance.
• Resource Management: Identify and allocate resources, assess supply and demand, and support capacity planning.
• Risk & Issue Management: Establish and lead risk and issue management processes, tools, and techniques.
• Data Analysis / Business Intelligence: Develop tools and strategies to transform raw data into business insights.
• Delivery Support and Management: Provide specialist input and engagement to support wider business outcomes.

Experience:

• Significant experience in project management and leadership roles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proven experience in implementing and improving PMO processes and procedures.
• Experience in managing budgets, timelines, and resources.