PMO Manager
PMO Manager Location: London Salary: Competitive, based on experience Keywords: PMO Manager, PMO Set-up, IT Delivery, Financial Services, Transformation A leading financial services organisation is seeking a senior PMO Manager to establish and lead a new PMO function within a major multi-year IT modernisation programme. This is a high-profile opportunity to embed best practice across planning, governance, performance management, and resource coordination on a programme valued at £250m+.
Key responsibilities:
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Build and lead the PMO function for a large IT delivery programme
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Develop and implement governance frameworks, reporting, and performance metrics
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Partner with senior stakeholders to drive planning, risk management, and resource allocation
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Support delivery teams and ensure benefits realisation throughout the programme lifecycle
About you:
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Proven experience setting up and managing a PMO function from scratch, ideally on multi-year IT delivery programmes (£50m+)
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Preference for candidates who began in consulting and have since moved into industry
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Strong track record in financial services or regulated environments
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Hands-on Programme leadership experience, not portfolio management
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Skilled in governance, reporting, risk, and resource management
Why apply:
This role offers the chance to design and embed a PMO that will directly shape the success of a flagship transformation programme. You’ll join a supportive organisation with a collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, and flexible working.
Apply now to play a key role in delivering one of the most significant programmes in the sector.
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About the job
Contract Type: Temporary
Specialism: Projects & Transformation
Focus: Programme Manager
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: London
TEMPORARYJob Reference: 5MRVMD-BFE51685
Date posted: 18 August 2025
Consultant: Simrah Rehan
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