PMO Manager

LeedsGraphicDesigners.co.uk; Little London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional governmental body is seeking an experienced PMO Manager to oversee governance and reporting for multiple programs. The ideal candidate will have a degree in project management, strong analytical skills, and experience with PPM software. This role involves working in a hybrid setting, combining remote work and office attendance, and offers competitive benefits including 30 days of annual leave and various loans.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Interest-free season ticket loan

Interest-free bicycle loan

Career average pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a degree or professional qualification in project management or related fields.
• Experience using financial management systems and PPM software required.
• Strong analytical and written skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the PMO infrastructure development for the directorate.
• Support internal governance structure establishment.
• Ensure performance tracking and reporting to relevant mayoral boards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent report writing

Well-developed IT skills

Financial management

Education

Degree in project management or related field

Tools

PPM software

Financial management systems

Job description

Overview

Communities & Skills – Collaborative, open, inclusive and fair. We work with and through partners to ensure Londoners can shape healthy, empowered and productive lives. Communities and Skills is led by Executive Director, Tunde Olayinka and is comprised of the units: Civil Society & Sport, Communities & Social Policy, Group Public Health Unit, Skills and Employment and Health, Children and Young Londoners.

About The Role

The Greater London Authority are looking to recruit a permanent PMO Manager. You will be working in the Communities and Skills Directorate, as part of the Performance and Improvement function, ensuring an effective, centralised PMO supports the directorate. The PMO Manager will be responsible for overseeing the governance, processes, and reporting for multiple programmes across the directorate.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the development and delivery of the PMO infrastructure for the Communities and Skills directorate.
• Supporting the establishment and operations of the internal governance structure.
• Support and oversee the performance tracking and reporting to relevant mayoral boards.
• Coordinate programme co-ordinators/PMO leads who sit within teams across C&S to support delivery of mandated programmes.
• Connect with PMO leads across other Mandates and communities of practice to ensure alignment and sharing of good practice.
• For all programmes, work with programme co-ordinators to ensure proactive management, monitoring, verification, recording, analysis and reporting of programme.

Skills, knowledge and experience

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:

• A degree or professional qualification in portfolio, programme or project management or in management of project/Programme management office (PMO) or related subjects preferably to post graduate level or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of well-developed IT skills, solid experience of using financial management systems and portfolio/programme/project (PPM) software, and excellent report writing skills.
• A thorough knowledge of programme and project management and control techniques.
• Strong analytical and written skills.

Behavioural Competencies

• Building and Managing Relationships Level 2
• Managing and Developing Performance Level 2
• Problem Solving Level 2
• Responding to Pressure and Change Level 2

The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines detailing each competency and the level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework.

This role is based at London Fire Brigades Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL).

How to apply

If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:

• Up to date CV
• Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the CV and Cover Letters section of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (e.g., CV applicant name - 012345).

As part of GLAs continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.

If you have questions about the role

If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Herman Lewis would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at atherman.lewis[at]london.gov.uk. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact theglaopdcrecruitment[at]tfl.gov.uk who support the GLA with recruitment.

Assessment process

Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment. The interview/assessment date is: 5th and 10th November 2025.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer; if you wish to be considered under the scheme, you will automatically be invited to interview. We will accommodate adjustments through the process as required. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.

Benefits

GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in offices and remotely depending on role. You will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks. We offer a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave, an interest-free season ticket loan, an interest-free bicycle loan, and a career average pension scheme.

Additional Information

Please note all candidates will need to confirm that information provided in the application form is true and correct. Providing false information, including the use of AI software, would disqualify a candidate. Successful candidates may require a DBS check or other security screening.

For candidates with a disability hindering online submission, please contact resourcingteam[at]london.gov.uk. The GLA is a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and is committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. If you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application.

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