PMO Lead - 12 month FTC

Isio

Birmingham

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Significant development opportunities

Flexible working

Inclusive workplace environment

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK seeks an experienced individual for a Programme Director role, accountable for governance and financial control of its projects. The position offers a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility between office locations including Birmingham. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in project management, strong financial acumen, and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

Ensure projects are delivered on‑time and within budget.
Foster strong stakeholder relationships.
Oversee budget allocation and expense tracking.
Implement quality assurance practices.
Facilitate effective communications regarding project statuses.
Plan and manage resources effectively.

Skills

Leading PMO functions

Delivery governance

Financial control

Stakeholder influence

PMO frameworks

Budget ownership

Team development

Project management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP)

Education

Professional project management qualification

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

We’re growing and want you to be a part of our journey.

This role holds end‑to‑end accountability for the performance, governance, and financial control of Isio’s GMPe programme and ensures workstreams deliver measurable outcomes, benefits are realised, and leadership has clear visibility of progress, risks, and investment impact.

This role will work closely with the Programme Director to ensure that it delivers the intended outcomes.

Location – This role would be preferably based in our London office but our GMPe team are located nationwide, therefore we are also able to consider those who may be based in our Reading, Croydon, Bristol or Birmingham office. Hybrid working 2‑3 days per week on site.

Term – 12 month FTC starting asap

Role and Responsibilities

Programme Oversight: Ensure all workstreams within the programme are delivered on‑time, within scope and within budget. Monitor status of projects, identify any potential issues and implement solutions to mitigate risks.
Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders. This includes providing regular updates, resolving any issues proactively, and managing expectations effectively.
Financial Management: Oversee budget allocation and expense tracking for all workstreams in the programme. This includes driving cost‑saving initiatives and achieving optimal return on investment from project budgets.
Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain rigorous quality assurance practices. Ensure all PMO processes and project outcomes meet the highest standards of quality and comply with company standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Communication: Facilitate clear, timely, and effective internal and external communications regarding project statuses, results, and changes. This includes creating and implementing communication standards and guidelines for the PMO.
Resource Management: Plan and manage resources effectively to ensure that staff and other resources are adequately allocated to meet project demands.

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience in leading PMO or portfolio functions within a professional services, consulting, or financial services environment.
Strong track record of accountability for delivery governance, financial control, and benefits management.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively at all levels.
Experience in implementing or maturing PMO frameworks, including KPI reporting, prioritisation, and resource management.
Sound financial acumen, including budget ownership, capitalisation, and processes.
Skilled at developing teams and fostering a culture of responsibility and ownership.
Professional project or portfolio management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, Change Management).
Accountable: Takes full ownership of outcomes, not just processes — ensures commitments are delivered.
Strategic yet hands‑on: Balances long‑term portfolio governance with operational delivery leadership.
Influential: Builds trust and confidence across senior stakeholders through credibility and transparency.
Analytical: Uses data and insight to drive decision‑making and performance management.
Continuous improvement mindset: Seeks ways to strengthen governance, simplify processes, and enhance delivery performance.

Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose

Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other – building open and trusted relationships.
Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society.
Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger.
People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio’s expertise and it is people’s lives that we affect through our advice.

What we offer you

Isio is a people business, and we’re committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business.

You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits.

About Isio

Isio was ‘born’ in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK’s Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry‑leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience.

Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward‑thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us – valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform.

At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions.

We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work‑life balance that works for you.

Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email hrrecruitment@ISIO.com.

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