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 £50m+.

Key responsibilities:

Build and lead the PMO function for a large IT delivery programme

Develop and implement governance frameworks, reporting, and performance metrics

Partner with senior stakeholders to drive planning, risk management, and resource allocation

Support delivery teams and ensure benefits realisation throughout the programme lifecycle

About you:

Proven experience setting up and managing a PMO function from scratch, ideally on multi-year IT programmes (£50m+)

Preference for candidates who began in consulting and have since moved into industry

Strong track record in financial services or regulated environments

Hands-on PMO leadership experience, not portfolio management

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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