Our client is seeking an experienced
Programme (Portfolio) Manager
to join their
IT Project Delivery Team
. This is a contract opportunity to lead a team of Project Managers and oversee the planning, governance, and delivery of a diverse and strategic portfolio of IT projects.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in programme and project management, proven experience managing high-performing teams, and a deep understanding of governance frameworks and delivery methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and support a team of Project Managers across the full project lifecycle.
* Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and continually evolve delivery processes in line with business needs.
* Oversee project budgets, resource planning, and financial performance of the programme.
* Identify and manage programme-level risks and issues, escalating where required and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
* Act as a key point of escalation for stakeholders, providing timely and clear updates on progress and risks.
* Coordinate interdependencies across projects and ensure alignment with broader programme objectives.
* Collaborate with Business Change Managers and Programme peers to support delivery of defined business outcomes.
* Review and validate key project documentation, including schedules, scope plans, and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with best practice and organisational standards.
Required Qualifications and Experience
* Formal certification in project or programme management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, P3O or equivalent).
* Strong understanding of both Waterfall and Agile/Disciplined Agile/SCRUM delivery methodologies.
* Proficiency in MS Project and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
* Extensive experience managing portfolios and complex programmes within technology and/or transformation environments.
* Demonstrable experience in risk management, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement at senior levels.
Key Competencies
* Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex programmes and portfolios.
* Strong leadership and people development skills with a collaborative and delivery-focused mindset.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organisation.
* Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and resource allocation efficiently.
* A strategic and adaptable approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
* Comfortable managing both internal and partner delivery teams in a hybrid working environment.