Head of PMO / 6 months / Hybrid Leeds / INSIDE IR35

Leeds, United Kingdom

Contract
Competitive

My client is seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of PMO to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the delivery of major programmes of work across the organisation.

INSIDE IR35/6 months/ability to travel to Leeds on a ad-hoc basis.

Immediate start 

The Role:
The successful candidate will lead and manage a team of PMO professionals, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of projects and programmes. This is a hands-on role that requires a proactive and results-oriented individual with a strong understanding of PMO methodologies and best practices.
Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of PMO professionals.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
  • Delegate effectively and empower team members to take ownership.
• Programme Support:
  • Provide comprehensive PMO support to major programmes, including planning, reporting, risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking.
  • Develop and maintain programme plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Track progress against plans and identify any potential risks or issues.
  • Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior stakeholders.
• Standardization and Best Practices:
  • Implement and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices across assigned programmes.
  • Ensure consistency in the application of PMO processes and tools.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO function.
• Performance Monitoring:
  • Track and analyse programme performance, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Provide timely and accurate reporting to senior stakeholders on programme progress, risks, and issues.
  • Contribute to the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across different programmes and organisational levels.
  • Effectively communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in.
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve any conflicts or issues.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience leading PMO functions within complex organisations, ideally within the healthcare sector.
• Strong understanding of programme management methodologies (e.g., Agile) and their practical application.
• Familiarity with the NHS landscape, structures, and challenges.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to analyse complex situations, identify solutions, and make informed decisions.
• Strong drive for results, with a focus on delivering value and achieving organisational objectives.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in the day-to-day operations of the PMO.
• Excellent reporting, planning, and presentation skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise documents.
• JIRA knowledge is highly desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.