Contract Type: PermanentLocation: Hybrid, with a minimum of 20% in the Oxford office per monthWe have two vacancies available for Portfolio Managers. UK domains, our DNS expertise also underpins critical internet infrastructure that government services, including the NHS, rely on. We've donated millions to projects that use technology to improve people's lives and have committed to delivering 60m worth of support over the next three years. Nominet has an ongoing stream of transformation change across its customer-facing products, supporting technology platforms and back-office operations. Nominet is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to manage a portfolio of change aligned to specific parts of the business. Portfolio Leadership & Delivery Develop and manage integrated roadmaps across multiple workstreams & operational teamsMonitor portfolio performance using appropriate metricsLead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale programmes, with likely a significant technology componentEstablish and maintain delivery governance, plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies. Ensure agreed actions are completed, risk identified and mitigated, issues resolved and decisions agreed in a timely wayIdentify & track resource requirements and resolve availability conflictsPlanning & GovernanceWork with colleagues, stakeholders and functional teams to devise plans, identify inbound and outbound dependencies and determine the critical pathOperate across both Demand and Delivery lifecycles to allow smooth transition from Demand to Delivery and that delivery is set up for successPeople ManagementEnsure the team has the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles to ensure effective delivery of key priorities for the teamProactively enable and empower our teams to deliver at their best through timely coaching and feedbackRole model a performance-driven culture and process, in line with required timelines and processes Change ManagementWhere programme outcomes require Stakeholders to adopt change, apply change management practices to support outcomes and sustain change post-deliverySupplier & Partner managementAct as point of escalation for appropriate suppliers or partners who are key to one or more initiatives' successBest PracticeContribute to the delivery methods and community to foster best practice and a consistent approach to achieving stated outcomes from investmentsAbout You: People management skills, both informal coaching & mentoring, but also line management of 4-6 professionalsDemonstrable experience in portfolio management across demand as well as delivery, specifically operating within a strategy, planning and delivery lifecycle and smooth transitions between eachDemonstrable experience operating across both agile (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and waterfall (PRINCE2, PMP, MSP) delivery frameworks, with the ability to translate fluently between the twoSubstantial delivery experience, having delivered multiple programmes and projects across a range of industries and performed a range of roles through their career, giving exposure to all aspects of change deliverySignificant experience of managing software development and/or complex projectsExpert stakeholder management including external partnersProficient with portfolio and project management tooling (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Miro, MS Project)What to expect next:1st stage: Introduction call with a member of the Talent Acquisition team.We Make Things HappenWe Pull TogetherWe Bring A Positive MindsetWe Keep It SimpleOur people make things happen, but our values are our compass as a company, guiding our day-to-day work and building our culture. Early Finish Friday – 34-hour working week with full-time pay (finish at midday on Friday)30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy an additional 5 daysBupa private healthcare + Employee Assistance ProgrammePension scheme matched to 7%Electric vehicle scheme with on-site charging pointsRewards platform with discounts at hundreds of retailers and restaurantsMedicash discounts on routine healthcare including optical and dentalAnnual company bonusDiversity Statement: We're passionate about creating a workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered. Somewhere we can benefit from all forms of diversity and discover the true value in our differences. Some roles, due to the nature of their work, will require additional security clearance. Please note that Nominet is unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation support for this position.
Government Funding Manager in Oxford employer: Nominet
Nominet is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a hybrid work model with a minimum of 20% in the Oxford office. With a commitment to a 34-hour working week, generous annual leave, and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme, Nominet fosters a positive and inclusive work culture where innovation thrives. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills in a supportive environment, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry.
