Senior Programme Portfolio Manager
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Programme Portfolio Manager to lead, govern, and oversee the successful execution of a complex, multi-million euro programme portfolio for one of our clients, a high-profile organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain a strategic programme portfolio framework, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Establish and enforce robust governance structures, ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk management requirements.
* Oversee the end-to-end delivery of large-scale, multi-million euro programmes, ensuring timelines, budgets, and objectives are met.
* Engage, influence, and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, including public sector executives and regulatory bodies.
* Lead risk management initiatives, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks at the programme and portfolio levels.
* Implement and optimise programme management methodologies, balancing Agile and Waterfall approaches based on project needs.
* Ensure financial oversight, tracking budgets, cost control, and return on investment across the portfolio.
* Develop and present comprehensive reports and dashboards to executive leadership and governance committees.
* Lead and mentor project and programme managers, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related field.
* Minimum 12 years of experience in programme and portfolio management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
* Strong track record of managing governance and risk within large-scale public sector programmes.
* Extensive experience in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies within highly regulated environments.
* Proven ability to influence, engage, and manage senior stakeholders, including government bodies.
* Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial budgets and multi-programme reporting.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in presenting to executive leadership.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work on high-profile public sector programmes with real impact.
* A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
* Professional development and career growth opportunities.