7,310 Pmo Lead jobs in the United Kingdom

Location: Hybrid/Watford - 3 days on site We are collaborating with a leading energy company to recruit an experienced PMO Lead . Responsibilities Build and operationalise a PMO aligned with business goals. Implement and manage project/change management tools (planning, tracking, reporting, dashboards). Design scalable PMO structure to grow with organisational needs. Own release management process and ensure alignment with business priorities. Deliver a 3–5 year strategic roadmap with IT and leadership. Lead, coach, and develop project managers and analysts. Own full project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, tracking, and reporting. Implement cost control measures and mitigate risks of overruns. You will have PMO Leadership: 10 years of senior PMO, portfolio, or project leadership, driving governance, strategy, and execution. Business Alignment: Skilled at balancing business priorities with project delivery, ensuring alignment to strategic goals. Change & Release Management: Experienced in designing, owning, and enforcing structured change/release processes, including approval workflows, impact analysis, compliance, and governance (ITIL knowledge essential). Governance Expertise: Proven ability to manage release/change processes with control, discipline, and measurable value delivery. High-Performance Teams: Track record of building, mentoring, and leading successful project teams with accountability and professionalism. Strategic Roadmaps: Experienced in developing multi-year project roadmaps, prioritising by cost, risk, and strategic impact. Financial Management: Skilled in budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and reporting with consistent success in managing project financials. For further information on this PMO Lead position, apply below! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. By applying you are confirming you are happy to be added to the Addition Solutions mailing list regarding future suitable positions. You can opt out of this at any time simply by contacting one of our consultants.

Our client, a major player in the IT sector, is seeking a Senior PMO Lead to take charge of a long-term transformation initiative based in Temple, London. This contract role requires the successful candidate to be onsite three days a week and is set to commence in October.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting up and managing programme offices for large-scale transformation initiatives
• Overseeing SAP projects, particularly focusing on S/4HANA implementation
• Managing engagement and communications across multiple partners and stakeholders
• Providing ownership and accountability for programme delivery

Job Requirements:

• Proven track record in establishing and running programme offices for large-scale projects
• Strong background in SAP projects, with an emphasis on S/4HANA
• Seniority in managing multi-partner engagements and communications
• Exceptional ability to take full ownership and accountability for project outcomes
• Ability to be onsite in Temple, London for three days a week

Contract Details:

• Start Date: October
• Location: Temple, London (3 days onsite per week)
• Duration: Initial 12-month contract, with a 5-year programme

If you are a seasoned Senior PMO Lead with significant experience in SAP and are ready to take on a transformative role within a top-tier IT organisation, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic team in London.

Our client, a major player in the IT sector, is seeking a Senior PMO Lead to take charge of a long-term transformation initiative based in Temple, London. This contract role requires the successful candidate to be onsite three days a week and is set to commence in October.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting up and managing programme offices for large-scale transformation initiatives
• Overseeing SAP projects, particularly focusing on S/4HANA implementation
• Managing engagement and communications across multiple partners and stakeholders
• Providing ownership and accountability for programme delivery

Job Requirements:

• Proven track record in establishing and running programme offices for large-scale projects
• Strong background in SAP projects, with an emphasis on S/4HANA
• Seniority in managing multi-partner engagements and communications
• Exceptional ability to take full ownership and accountability for project outcomes
• Ability to be onsite in Temple, London for three days a week

Contract Details:

• Start Date: October
• Location: Temple, London (3 days onsite per week)
• Duration: Initial 12-month contract, with a 5-year programme

If you are a seasoned Senior PMO Lead with significant experience in SAP and are ready to take on a transformative role within a top-tier IT organisation, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic team in London.

**What if you could shape a career as unique as you?**
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
Within our Communities discipline we have 14 sole supplier contracts with our Local Authority clients, 8 of which sit within the West Region. The West Region is 200+ employees strong. WSP have a rich history of working closely with our Local Authority clients on long-term frameworks. Our Communities discipline is dedicated to fostering healthy relationships with each commission, reinforcing our ethos of collaboration, cooperation and partnership.
We are seeking a proactive, dedicated and detail-oriented professional to join our team within WSP's Shropshire Cost Centre and Shropshire Council's Built Environment Consultancy Contract (BECC), within the Communities discipline. Reporting to the Commission Manager you will lead the Shropshire Cost Centre Project Management Office (PMO). The role includes managing a team of Project Managers, supporting financial forecasting and budget preparation and commercial performance management. Requiring strong project management skills and effective communication with clients and internal stakeholders, you will provide Operational, Commercial and Financial support by preparing detailed reports, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making processes.
You will closely work with the Shropshire Commission Manager and West Region Service Director and be part of the local Leadership Team. You will support the monthly delivery of the profit and loss account and ensure budget expectation for the centre are met on an annual basis. You will need to understand the business and lead and maintain a strong project management and financial culture around a technically excellent and efficient delivery model, balanced with the need to satisfy client, colleague and commercial expectations.
You will have experience in building strong client relationships and an understanding of contract administration. You will be a key member of the BECC Commercial Board
**Key attributes and behaviours**
The role has several key attributes and behaviours across several areas which will be needed to help you excel in the role.
**Client Management**
+ Build strong client relationships, with key client officers and key stakeholders
+ Experience in contract management and administration
+ Understanding of the sensitivity and management of commercial information
**Management & Leadership**
+ Exhibit and demonstrate behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP's core values through effective team working with open communication.
+ Provide visible project and operational management, supporting the Shropshire cost centre whilst ensuring appropriate understanding and gravitas.
+ Provide support and guidance to the project teams as necessary in terms of finances, commercials, project management processes in accordance with WSP's Business Management System (BMS)
+ Support Project Managers and Project Directors to ensure the accurate financial reporting of projects in WSP's financial management system; Oracle and consistency of monthly revenue recognition.
**Commercial, Financial & Operations**
+ Responsible for effective financial commercial support to influence the financial performance of the centre
+ Ability to present financial and commercial information to all levels and a variety of key stakeholders
+ Lead on the invoicing cycle, ensuring all contractual deadlines are met and the working capital on projects is managed proactively. Which will include working collaboratively with Shropshire Council's BECC Contract Manager and Service Manager, to manage and administer payment applications, ensuring the timely certification of payments.
+ Manage and support the PMO team to ensure the Monthly Project Cycle targets and deadlines are adhered to.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ A relevant qualification in financial / commercial / project management field or working towards
+ Significant proven ability to manage, lead and direct the financial and commercial performance of projects across a large team
+ The ability to prioritise, to achieve deadlines and to work with minimal supervision
+ Good spoken and written communication skills with the ability influence others
+ Engagement will be required not just internally with WSP stakeholders but also with clients.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?**



Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the worldu2019s leading financial groups. Across the globe, weu2019re 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.



With a vision to be the worldu2019s most trusted financial group, itu2019s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.



Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.



The Operations Change function supports strategic transformation across all Operations projects and processes. This PMO role supports the delivery of complex, multi-stream programmes aligned to the EMEA regional strategy. The PMO Lead will ensure governance, reporting, and delivery assurance across the portfolio, with a focus on trade lifecycle, payments, and regulatory initiatives.



**MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE**



To lead the Project Management Office (PMO) function for the Operations portfolio, ensuring best-in-class governance, reporting, and delivery assurance. The PMO Lead will support programme and project managers in planning, execution, and closure activities, while ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and delivery frameworks.



NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS



TBC



**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**


- Design, develop, and deliver best-in-class operations programmes, policies, and practices for the Operations Division.
- Maintain and govern project plans, charters, stakeholder maps, risk & issues logs, communication plans, and governance structures.
- Identify project resourcing requirements and support capacity planning across the portfolio.
- Identify project challenges and develop innovative solutions to mitigate delivery risks.
- Coordinate with global cross-functional teams to identify, prioritise, and facilitate execution of enhancements.
- Create reports, presentation materials, and communications for senior stakeholders and committee meetings.
- Drive programme enhancements to meet objectives within agreed milestones.
- Track and report on delivery progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and benefits realisation.
Drive optimisation and tooling strategy across the portfolio to enhance delivery efficiency and transparency.
- Ensure adherence to all company policies, regulatory changes, and internal guidelines.
- Support project and programme closure activities, ensuring all artefacts are complete and audit-ready.
- Maintain RAID logs and ensure regular review and challenge of all entries.
- Ensure document management standards are met and artefacts are accessible to second/third line of defence and PMO.
- Support investment budget tracking, cost forecasting, and change control processes.
- Facilitate resource attestation and delivery feasibility reviews across the portfolio.
- Support governance forums including steering committees, working groups, and executive reporting.



**WORK EXPERIENCE**



Essential:


- 5+ years of experience in PMO, project governance, or programme delivery roles within financial services.
Familiarity with project management frameworks and tooling such as Clarity, Planview, or Asana.
- Strong understanding of project and programme management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
- Experience supporting trade lifecycle and operations-related initiatives in investment banking.
- Proven experience in governance reporting, stakeholder engagement, and delivery assurance.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and operational risk controls.



Preferred:


- Experience working across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
- Exposure to investment budget planning and cost control processes.
- Experience in managing PMO tools and reporting platforms (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, MS Project).



**SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**


- PMO governance and reporting
- Project planning and delivery assurance
- RAID management and documentation
- Stakeholder communication and presentation
- Budget tracking and investment planning
- Document and artefact management
- Familiarity with project delivery tools and dashboards



**EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS**



- Preferred: Prince2, MSP, PMI, or equivalent certifications



**PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS**


- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset



We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.



MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.



We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.



At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!



**Our Culture Principles**


Client Centric
People Focused
Listen Up. Speak Up.
Innovate & Simplify
Own & Execute

**Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?**



Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the worldu2019s leading financial groups. Across the globe, weu2019re 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.



With a vision to be the worldu2019s most trusted financial group, itu2019s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.



Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.



The Operations Change function supports strategic transformation across all Operations projects and processes. This PMO role supports the delivery of complex, multi-stream programmes aligned to the EMEA regional strategy. The PMO Lead will ensure governance, reporting, and delivery assurance across the portfolio, with a focus on trade lifecycle, payments, and regulatory initiatives.



**MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE**



To lead the Project Management Office (PMO) function for the Operations portfolio, ensuring best-in-class governance, reporting, and delivery assurance. The PMO Lead will support programme and project managers in planning, execution, and closure activities, while ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and delivery frameworks.



NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS



TBC



**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**


- Design, develop, and deliver best-in-class operations programmes, policies, and practices for the Operations Division.
- Maintain and govern project plans, charters, stakeholder maps, risk & issues logs, communication plans, and governance structures.
- Identify project resourcing requirements and support capacity planning across the portfolio.
- Identify project challenges and develop innovative solutions to mitigate delivery risks.
- Coordinate with global cross-functional teams to identify, prioritise, and facilitate execution of enhancements.
- Create reports, presentation materials, and communications for senior stakeholders and committee meetings.
- Drive programme enhancements to meet objectives within agreed milestones.
- Track and report on delivery progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and benefits realisation.
Drive optimisation and tooling strategy across the portfolio to enhance delivery efficiency and transparency.
- Ensure adherence to all company policies, regulatory changes, and internal guidelines.
- Support project and programme closure activities, ensuring all artefacts are complete and audit-ready.
- Maintain RAID logs and ensure regular review and challenge of all entries.
- Ensure document management standards are met and artefacts are accessible to second/third line of defence and PMO.
- Support investment budget tracking, cost forecasting, and change control processes.
- Facilitate resource attestation and delivery feasibility reviews across the portfolio.
- Support governance forums including steering committees, working groups, and executive reporting.



**WORK EXPERIENCE**



Essential:


- 5+ years of experience in PMO, project governance, or programme delivery roles within financial services.
Familiarity with project management frameworks and tooling such as Clarity, Planview, or Asana.
- Strong understanding of project and programme management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
- Experience supporting trade lifecycle and operations-related initiatives in investment banking.
- Proven experience in governance reporting, stakeholder engagement, and delivery assurance.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and operational risk controls.



Preferred:


- Experience working across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
- Exposure to investment budget planning and cost control processes.
- Experience in managing PMO tools and reporting platforms (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, MS Project).



**SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**


- PMO governance and reporting
- Project planning and delivery assurance
- RAID management and documentation
- Stakeholder communication and presentation
- Budget tracking and investment planning
- Document and artefact management
- Familiarity with project delivery tools and dashboards



**EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS**



- Preferred: Prince2, MSP, PMI, or equivalent certifications



**PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS**


- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset



We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.



MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.



We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.



At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!



**Our Culture Principles**


Client Centric
People Focused
Listen Up. Speak Up.
Innovate & Simplify
Own & Execute

**Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?**
Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
The Operations Change function supports strategic transformation across all Operations projects and processes. This PMO role supports the delivery of complex, multi-stream programmes aligned to the EMEA regional strategy. The PMO Lead will ensure governance, reporting, and delivery assurance across the portfolio, with a focus on trade lifecycle, payments, and regulatory initiatives.
**MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE**
To lead the Project Management Office (PMO) function for the Operations portfolio, ensuring best-in-class governance, reporting, and delivery assurance. The PMO Lead will support programme and project managers in planning, execution, and closure activities, while ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and delivery frameworks.
NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS
TBC
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ - Design, develop, and deliver best-in-class operations programmes, policies, and practices for the Operations Division.
+ - Maintain and govern project plans, charters, stakeholder maps, risk & issues logs, communication plans, and governance structures.
+ - Identify project resourcing requirements and support capacity planning across the portfolio.
+ - Identify project challenges and develop innovative solutions to mitigate delivery risks.
+ - Coordinate with global cross-functional teams to identify, prioritise, and facilitate execution of enhancements.
+ - Create reports, presentation materials, and communications for senior stakeholders and committee meetings.
+ - Drive programme enhancements to meet objectives within agreed milestones.
+ - Track and report on delivery progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and benefits realisation.
+ Drive optimisation and tooling strategy across the portfolio to enhance delivery efficiency and transparency.
+ - Ensure adherence to all company policies, regulatory changes, and internal guidelines.
+ - Support project and programme closure activities, ensuring all artefacts are complete and audit-ready.
+ - Maintain RAID logs and ensure regular review and challenge of all entries.
+ - Ensure document management standards are met and artefacts are accessible to second/third line of defence and PMO.
+ - Support investment budget tracking, cost forecasting, and change control processes.
+ - Facilitate resource attestation and delivery feasibility reviews across the portfolio.
+ - Support governance forums including steering committees, working groups, and executive reporting.
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
Essential:
+ - 5+ years of experience in PMO, project governance, or programme delivery roles within financial services.
+ Familiarity with project management frameworks and tooling such as Clarity, Planview, or Asana.
+ - Strong understanding of project and programme management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
+ - Experience supporting trade lifecycle and operations-related initiatives in investment banking.
+ - Proven experience in governance reporting, stakeholder engagement, and delivery assurance.
+ - Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and operational risk controls.
Preferred:
+ - Experience working across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
+ - Exposure to investment budget planning and cost control processes.
+ - Experience in managing PMO tools and reporting platforms (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, MS Project).
**SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**
+ - PMO governance and reporting
+ - Project planning and delivery assurance
+ - RAID management and documentation
+ - Stakeholder communication and presentation
+ - Budget tracking and investment planning
+ - Document and artefact management
+ - Familiarity with project delivery tools and dashboards
**EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS**
- Preferred: Prince2, MSP, PMI, or equivalent certifications
**PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS**
+ - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
+ - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
+ - Proactive, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused
+ - Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
+ - Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.
MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.
We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client-obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!
**Our Culture Principles**
+ Client Centric
+ People Focused
+ Listen Up. Speak Up.
+ Innovate & Simplify
+ Own & Execute