PMO Lead

Morson Edge; England; Hybrid; GBP 92,250; Full time

Job summary

A major recruitment firm is seeking an experienced PMO Lead for a public sector transformation programme. You will lead governance, risk, and change control, producing executive-level reporting and ensuring the programme delivers real value. This role requires a strong track record in large public sector programmes and superb communication and stakeholder management skills. The position offers a full-time contract with remote work options, requiring occasional travel to London.

Qualifications

• Strong track record leading PMO in large public sector programmes.
• Expertise in planning, risk, and performance reporting.
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading PMO governance, risk and change control.
• Producing clear, executive-level reporting and dashboards.
• Managing RAID, change control and lessons learned.
• Driving PMO best practice and alignment to strategic goals.
• Tracking and reporting on programme benefits.

Skills

PMO governance

Risk management

Change control

Stakeholder management

Performance reporting

Communication skills

Job description

PMO Lead – Public Sector | £500/day | ASAP Start | ~5 Months | Outside IR35

We’re looking for an experienced PMO Lead to join a major public sector transformation programme as it enters its final delivery phase.

🌍 Location: Mostly remote, with occasional travel to London (1–2 days a week at first, then once every few weeks).

You’ll be the go-to person for all things PMO — leading governance, risk, reporting and change control. You’ll shape executive-level reporting and assurance reviews, help keep delivery on track and make sure the programme delivers real value.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading PMO governance, risk and change control
• Producing clear, executive-level reporting and dashboards
• Managing RAID, change control and lessons learned
• Driving PMO best practice and alignment to strategic goals
• Tracking and reporting on programme benefits

What you’ll bring

• A strong track record leading PMO in large public sector programmes
• Expertise in planning, risk, and performance reporting
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills

Please note: Candidates must be based in the UK and have full right to work.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, Consulting, and Information Technology

Industries

• Government Administration