Head of PMO in City of London

Interim Head of PMO | £650 p/d Inside IR35 | London Hybrid

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of PMO to provide strong leadership and oversight of the programme and project management function. This role is focused on delivering the agreed portfolio and plan, ensuring effective governance, clear reporting, and consistent project execution across the organisation.

The successful candidate will bring stability, structure, and pace, supporting senior stakeholders to maintain momentum.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the PMO function, ensuring consistent standards, controls, and governance across all programmes and projects
• Own and oversee delivery of the agreed portfolio plan, tracking progress, milestones, risks, and dependencies
• Provide clear, accurate, and timely reporting to senior leadership and executive stakeholders
• Ensure effective resource planning and prioritisation across the portfolio
• Maintain and improve project management frameworks, tools, and processes where needed to support delivery
• Support Programme and Project Managers with guidance, challenge, and escalation where required
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring appropriate mitigation and decision-making
• Act as a key point of contact between delivery teams and senior stakeholders
• Ensure projects remain aligned to organisational priorities and available capacity

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience operating as a Head of PMO or senior PMO leader, ideally in an interim or contract capacity
• Strong background in portfolio, programme, and project delivery, with a focus on execution rather than transformation
• Demonstrable experience implementing and running effective PMO governance and reporting frameworks
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at senior leadership level
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and resource management capability
• Experience working in complex, multi-project environments
• Clear, concise communication and reporting skills
• Pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset with the ability to provide stability and assurance

Interim Head of PMO | £650 p/d Inside IR35 | London Hybrid