Program Management Office Manager

Programme/PMO Manager - Contractor

Job Title: Programme/PMO Manager

Location: Central London (2 days per week on average)

Contract Type: Inside IR35

Rate: Up to £595 per day

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Programme/PMO Manager to join a leading financial services organization known for its commitment to innovation and digital transformation. This role will be instrumental in managing and overseeing large-scale programmes, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme Leadership: Lead and manage complex programmes from inception to delivery, ensuring they meet scope, time, cost, and quality standards.
• Governance and Reporting: Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, providing clear and concise reporting to senior stakeholders on programme status, risks, and issues.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring effective communication across all levels of the organization.
• Resource and Budget Management: Oversee resource allocation, financial management, and vendor coordination to optimize programme performance and deliver value.
• Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and manage risks and issues, implementing effective mitigation strategies to ensure programme success.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Extensive Experience: Proven track record as a Programme/PMO Manager, ideally within a financial services or similarly regulated environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise with Dynamics 365, PowerPlatform/PowerApps, and Salesforce.
• Programme Management Expertise: Demonstrable experience in leading complex programmes with a solid understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to align programme delivery with business strategy, providing insights and recommendations to drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong ability to influence, negotiate, and engage with senior stakeholders across the organization.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Work in a forward-thinking organization that values technological innovation and transformation.
• High-Impact Projects: Contribute to projects that are key to the company’s strategic growth and digital transformation.
• Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive day rate within IR35, with the opportunity to make a tangible impact.