Improvement & PMO Officer

Adecco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is looking for an Improvement & PMO Officer to support operational excellence in their Strategy Group. This role involves managing CI processes and supporting project functions. Ideal candidates have strong communication and organisational skills, proficiency in SharePoint and Excel, and experience in project teams. The position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Tailored learning & development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Pension schemes

Season ticket loans

Discounts through Reward Gateway

Qualifications

• Experience in project teams and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, to engage with staff at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Improvement Officer in delivering our Continuous Improvement (CI) Service.
• Organise and deliver our annual conference and other exciting events.
• Manage the CI Process, including capturing improvement suggestions.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint

Proficiency in Excel

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Power BI

Job description

Overview

Improvement & PMO Officer

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment? We are seeking a talented and experienced Improvement & PMO Officer to join our innovative Strategy Group. This is your chance to contribute to the operational excellence of our organisation while working in a supportive and collaborative team.

Start asap, pending a security clearance which can take between 2-8 weeks to complete, pay £18.40ph, Monday to Friday 36 hours, duration 6 months, location - Embankment area.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Improvement Officer in delivering our Continuous Improvement (CI) Service.
• Maintain our Operational Handbook and associated policies.
• Improve relationships with domestic and international partners through our Memorandum of Understanding Service.
• Organise and deliver our annual conference and other exciting events.
• Engage in cross-organisational problem-solving to drive impactful initiatives.
• Manage the CI Process, including capturing improvement suggestions and updating the CI Backlog.
• Facilitate Case Learning Events and use Implementation Unit techniques to tackle challenges.
• Create and edit online content for our Operational Handbook, ensuring strict version control.
• Coordinate responses for Certificates of Assurance related to Memorandum of Understanding requests.
• Support the Senior Project Officer in the core functions of the PMO, including organising Portfolio Committee meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience in project teams and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, to engage with staff at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, enabling you to work effectively under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint and Excel to maintain accurate databases and service data.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in a PMO environment or continuous improvement service.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI and relevant project or change management qualifications.
• Understanding of law enforcement and financial crime issues.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a newly established, multi-disciplinary team shaping service development.
• Enhance your skills in Strategy, Policy, and Project Management.
• Enjoy tailored learning & development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.
• Benefit from a rewarding environment with pension schemes, season ticket loans, and discounts through our Reward Gateway.
• Join us and help create an atmosphere that makes our organisation a great place to work for everyone.

Additional Information

If you’re ready to take on this exciting role, we want to hear from you! Apply now to embark on a fulfilling career journey with us.

Your future begins here!

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