PMO Lead

City of London Corporation; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

City of London Corporation is seeking a PMO Lead to develop and manage the Directorate's programme and project management framework, ensuring delivery aligns with strategic objectives.

You will embed a consistent PMO approach, strengthen governance and reporting, and provide strategic operational support to the Directorate's leadership team. The role requires strong PMO experience, stakeholder management and advanced Microsoft 365 skills.

Qualifications

• A recognised project management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience working within a PMO, programme office or transformation environment.
• Experience implementing or improving project management frameworks and governance.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience producing reports, dashboards and executive briefings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Directorate's programme and project management framework.
• Embed a consistent project management approach, governance and reporting.
• Provide strategic operational support to the Directorate's leadership team.
• Support delivery of strategic priorities and governance across projects and programmes.

Skills

PMO leadership

Stakeholder management

Governance

Data analysis

Executive reporting

Communication skills

Public sector experience

Education

PM qualification or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled programme and project professional to work at the heart of a high-profile directorate, supporting the delivery of strategic priorities that help maintain London and the UK's position as a world-leading financial and professional services centre.

You will work closely with senior leaders, programme sponsors and project managers to embed a consistent project management approach, strengthen governance and reporting, and provide strategic operational support to the Directorate's leadership team.

About the Role

As PMO Lead, you will be responsible for developing and managing the Directorate's programme and project management framework, ensuring projects are delivered effectively and aligned to strategic objectives.

You'll be responsible for

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated PMO Lead to establish, drive and continuously improve project and programme management across the Innovation & Growth Directorate. We are looking for someone who combines strong project management expertise with excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills.

You will ideally have:

• A recognised project management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience working within a PMO, programme office or transformation environment.
• Experience implementing or improving project management frameworks and governance.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience producing reports, dashboards and executive briefings.
• The confidence to challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams.
• Experience operating in a public sector, financial services or similarly complex organisation.

The City of London Corporation (CoL) is dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally successful UK. Key to this is maintaining London and the UK's position as the world's leading financial and professional services centre, ensuring economic prosperity across London and the wider UK.

Competitive salary with annual reviews.

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution currently 21%).