Program Management Office Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail bank is seeking a Programme Governance Manager in London. You will ensure effective governance and controls across projects and operations while managing financial oversight and stakeholder engagement, contributing to continuous improvement within the organization. Candidates should have significant governance experience and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing governance structures across programmes and operational areas.
• Experience operating in challenging organisational environments.
• Experience delivering in a regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as governance ambassador to ensure effective governance practices.
• Own financial controls, including portfolio financials and forecasting.
• Manage risk assessment processes and act as Risk Champion.

Skills

Collaborative approach

Strong organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Solution-oriented mindset

Leadership capabilities

Education

APMP, PRINCE2, P3O, MSP, MoP, MoR, Agile or PMI qualification

Job description

Job Description

Programme Governance Manager

Salary: £80,000-£88,000

Location: London based

Hybrid

McCabe and Barton and hiring for a leading retail bank. We are seeking an experienced governance leader to ensure the right controls and governance artefacts are in place for effective and efficient delivery and operations. You will establish a holistic view of performance, risks, issues, budgets, plans and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as governance ambassador, ensuring control culture and proper governance practices
• Manage the change framework and stage-gating of projects and programmes
• Own financial controls including portfolio financials, forecasting, and reporting
• Lead governance forums and reporting to key stakeholders
• Drive benefits realisation process across the portfolio
• Manage risk assessment processes and act as Risk Champion
• Provide leadership to direct reports including a Senior PMO Analyst

• Required Experience:

  • Experience implementing governance structures across programmes and operational areas
  • Experience operating in challenging organisational environments balancing different priorities
  • Experience influencing business professionals on governance controls
  • Experience delivering in a regulatory environment
  • APMP, PRINCE2, P3O, MSP, MoP, MoR, Agile or PMI qualification

  Key Competencies:

  • Collaborative approach across multiple teams
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent stakeholder management at all levels
  • Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
  • Leadership capabilities with focus on continuous improvement

  Please apply with a updated CV!