We have an exciting opportunity to join our Trust as Head of Central PMO. We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to establish and lead our newly created Central Programme Management Office, a key function within the Strategy & Transformation Directorate.
This is a pivotal role that will shape how the Trust oversees, assures and supports delivery of its strategic priorities and transformation programmes. The successful postholder will lead the development of a mature portfolio management approach, providing executive-level oversight of programme performance, benefits realisation, governance and reporting across the organisation.
Working closely with executive directors and senior leaders across the Trust, the postholder will provide strategic insight, challenge and assurance to support effective decision-making, helping to ensure programmes remain aligned to organisational priorities and deliver sustainable outcomes.
The successful candidate will bring significant experience of establishing and embedding PMO functions within complex organisations, together with expertise in portfolio management, programme governance, risk management, benefits realisation and performance reporting. They will be a confident and credible leader, capable of influencing at executive level and driving continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of change initiatives., As Head of PMO, you will establish a new function and shape how portfolio management is delivered across the Trust. You will work closely with executive directors, senior leaders and programme teams to help solve complex organisational challenges, inform strategic decision-making and ensure the Trust’s transformation priorities remain on track.
A significant part of the role will involve engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, building strong relationships and influencing at senior levels. You will lead discussions at key governance forums, provide insight into programme performance and identify opportunities to strengthen delivery across the organisation.
You will also play a central role in developing innovative approaches to reporting, assurance and benefits realisation, using data and technology to provide clearer insight into progress and organisational performance. As the function grows, you will help develop capability, promote best practice and create a culture of continuous improvement across the Trust’s change portfolio.
The successful candidate will join the Strategy & Transformation Directorate, a collaborative and forward-thinking team responsible for shaping and delivering the Trust’s five-year strategy . The team works across a diverse portfolio of programmes and initiatives, supporting organisational improvement, service transformation and long-term strategic planning.
The team offers a positive and inclusive working environment, flexible and hybrid working arrangements and the chance to work on high-profile programmes that make a real difference to patients, staff and partners across London.
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