At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and transform the PMO function, ensuring effective delivery of change programmes.
- Company: Dynamic financial services organisation shaping the future of project management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Join a high-performing team in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact by driving strategic change across the organisation.
- Qualifications: Formal portfolio/change management qualifications and extensive experience in transformation programmes.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Overall Purpose of Role
You will play an important role in shaping the future of the organisation by leading the effective definition and delivery of the project change portfolio and the Enterprise PMO function. A key focus of the role is working with stakeholders across the organisation to translate the business strategy into a prioritised portfolio of deliverable business and IT change programmes. You will also ensure projects are supported by credible business cases and take responsibility for optimising delivery across the portfolio, including driving efficient resource allocation, resolution of escalated issues, and mitigation of key portfolio risks.
Position Details
- Shift Pattern: Standard 40 Hour Week (United Kingdom)
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
- Corporate Grade: B - Senior Vice President
- Reporting Line: (UK Org Unit) Finance
- Location: UK-London
- Worker Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
- PMO function transformation
- Lead transformation of the PMO function; assessing current capabilities and effectiveness
- Implement structural changes to working practices to drive a step‑change in PMO capability, driving improved change management discipline and agility across the organisation
- Strategic planning & portfolio definition
- Lead the development and ongoing refinement of the overall change portfolio and approach (including Annual Operating Planning process)
- Ensure all programmes and projects align with the strategic objectives of the organisation
- Prioritise initiatives based on business impact and resource availability
- Multi‑year delivery roadmap
- Develop and maintain a multi‑year delivery roadmap that extends beyond the horizon of annual budgeting and planning cycles.
- Portfolio management and delivery
- Oversee the entire portfolio of change programmes, ensuring timely and quality delivery
- Plan and ensure allocation of resources efficiently and manage against the overall portfolio capex / opex budget ensuring key dependencies are identified and managed
- Implement and maintain portfolio management processes and tools to track progress, risks/issues, and benefits realisation (applying both traditional and agile/lean methodologies as suited to individual projects)
- Identify, analyse, and mitigate risks across the portfolio
- Ensure that all programmes and projects meet agreed quality standards (incl. assurance reviews)
- Drive continuous improvement in delivery practices (incl. post‑implementation reviews)
- Programme / project manager oversight
- Manage a number of cross‑business / function programme and project managers directly
- Provided dotted oversight of project managers embedded within individual business lines
- Ensure all project management activities comply with agreed internal methodologies (both traditional and agile/lean) and governance disciplines
- As appropriate, review existing delivery frameworks and methods to ensure they are fit for purpose
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Support programme / project sponsors in performing their roles effectively, providing guidance on key decision points
- Act as a key liaison between project teams and senior stakeholders (in particular, supporting Product Managers)
- Provide regular portfolio performance updates to programme boards, executive committees, boards and other forums
- Ensure transparent and effective communication across all levels of the organisation
- Work closely with HKEX stakeholders on aligning practices and providing relevant management information
- Leadership and team development
- Lead, mentor, and develop the PMO teams
- Foster a collaborative and high‑performing environment
Academic and Professional Qualifications Required
- Formal portfolio / change management qualifications essential (P3M, PfMP, MoP, CPM, PPS, QA/QC methods etc)
- University degree
Required Knowledge and Level of Experience
- Extensive experience in portfolio management and change delivery in a similar role
- Demonstrable experience leading complex multi‑year transformation programmes
- Experience across both traditional / waterfall and lean / agile methods of delivery
- Experience in managing and leading people across multiple teams
- Strong understanding of project lifecycles and methodologies
- Financial services background strongly preferred, ideally familiarity with exchange trading and clearing products, systems and processes
- Previous experience of working in a matrix organisation structure with ability to build relationships and influence staff at different levels
- Effective and efficient in training, coaching and mentoring project teams, sponsors and other senior stakeholders
Portfolio Director in London employer: Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX)
As a Portfolio Director in our London office, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to driving meaningful change within the organisation. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values employee growth through continuous learning and mentorship opportunities. With a focus on strategic planning and transformation, we offer a unique environment where your contributions directly impact the future of our business, all while enjoying a standard 40-hour work week in one of the world's most vibrant cities.
Contact Details:
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) Recruitment Team
