Head of Programme Management Office (PMO)

NHS; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Hull is seeking a Head of PMO to lead transformation initiatives. This role involves managing complex programmes and collaborating with senior leaders to drive strategic change. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in programme management and a track record of successful team leadership, along with the ability to influence at all levels. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £74,896 annually.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior programme or project management roles.
• Ability to simplify complexity, set direction, and motivate teams.
• Confidence in engaging senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMO to deliver high-quality programmes.
• Oversee complex projects with significant reach.
• Drive continuous improvement in programme delivery.

Skills

Senior programme management

Stakeholder engagement

PMO strategy expertise

Complex team leadership

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience

PMO-related professional qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job summary: Are you ready to take the lead in shaping transformation at scale? We’re looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking Head of PMO to join CHCP CIC. This role influences strategy, leads complex programmes, and delivers impact for the communities we serve. If you thrive on challenge, can bring order to complexity, and inspire teams to deliver excellence, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading and growing the PMO to deliver high-quality, high-impact programmes
• Building and embedding PMO frameworks that ensure clarity, prioritisation and value
• Overseeing complex, multi-layered projects with significant organisational reach
• Partnering with leaders across the business to advise, support, and challenge
• Driving continuous improvement and a culture of learning in programme delivery

Why you’ll love it here

• Purpose with impact — Work reinvests profits back into services and communities, driving social change
• Strategic influence — Shape priorities and drive transformation across the organisation with senior leaders
• Career growth — Opportunities to deputise for the Assistant Director and gain visibility and responsibility
• Balanced working week — Monday to Friday with flexible options

What you’ll bring

• A proven track record in senior programme or project management roles
• The ability to simplify complexity, set direction, and motivate teams
• Confidence in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders
• Expertise in PMO strategy, governance, and delivery at scale

Location and details

Location: Business Support Centre, 5 Beacon Way, Hull HU3 4AE

Details: Date posted 10 October 2025 · Band 8b · Salary £64,455 to £74,896 per year pa/pr · Contract: Permanent · Working pattern: Full-time

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: Educated to master’s degree (Level 7) in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• Essential: PMO-related professional qualification (attained or working towards)
• Essential: Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development

Desirable

• Coaching and/or Mediation qualification

Knowledge

• Highly developed knowledge of managing successful programmes and projects
• Knowledge of performance management requirements and processes
• Knowledge of tendering processes in relation to procurement and re-procurement of services
• Significant managerial knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Experience

• Significant operational management experience, including leading and supervising complex teams
• Experience at a senior operational management level in a provider organisation
• Experience providing strategic and professional leadership for large and complex programmes and projects
• Experience of working with Directors, senior managers and senior clinicians to develop/implement client-responsive services
• Experience of multi-agency and stakeholder management
• Experience of working with commissioners and contract management in a provider organisation

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS): This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and must undergo a DBS check.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. For information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Guidance: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants can be found online.

Employer details

City Health Care Partnership CIC

Address: Business Support Centre, 5 Beacon Way, Hull, HU3 4AE