Head of Project Management

Randstad Digital; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Project Management for a global Digital Transformation programme. You will lead major initiatives, establish governance, and embed digital capabilities across markets. Ideal candidates should have over 12 years of experience in digital transformation within complex organizations and expertise in PMO governance. This role offers a remote work opportunity and involves partnerships with multiple business functions to drive impactful outcomes.

Qualifications

• 12+ years leading large-scale digital transformation in complex global organisations.
• Strong PMO, governance, and stakeholder management expertise.
• Experience leading major agency transitions (e.g., Publicis).

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery across Tadka, Publicis, and all connected transformation workstreams.
• Establish programme governance, tracking KPIs, risks, and benefits.
• Embed new digital ways of working across markets and functions.

Skills

Leadership in digital transformation

Stakeholder management

Governance expertise

Digital marketing knowledge

Job description

Head of Project Management – Global Digital Transformation

Remote - UK

Contract: 6 - 12 months

Start : Immediately

We’re hiring a Head of Project Management to lead a high-profile global Digital Demand Transformation programme — including major initiatives such as Project Tadka and a large-scale Publicis transition .

In this role, you’ll own the full transformation roadmap, build and run the PMO, drive governance and delivery excellence, and ensure global teams adopt new digital capabilities across media, content, commerce, data, and consumer care.

What You’ll Do

• Lead delivery across Tadka, Publicis , and all connected transformation workstreams
• Establish programme governance, tracking KPIs, risks, and benefits
• Embed new digital ways of working across markets and functions
• Partner with Finance, Digital Tech, Marketing, Sales, and agency partners
• Drive alignment, accelerate adoption, and deliver measurable impact

What You’ll Bring

• 12+ years leading large-scale digital transformation in complex global organisations
• Strong PMO, governance, and stakeholder management expertise
• Experience leading major agency transitions ( Publicis or similar )
• Background in PESO, digital marketing, commerce, CRM, content, or data

If you’re a transformation leader who thrives in complexity and wants to shape a global digital future, we’d love to hear from you.