Programme Manager - Financial transformation, Operating Models, PMS

Description:

Programme Manager - Financial transformation, Operating Models, PMS,

Our top tier international law firm client are currently looking for a new Programme Manager (Financial transformation, Operating Models, PMS) to join their team on a permanent basis.They are an extremely entrepreneurial firm and have expanded by 25% in recent years, nearly doubling their turnover.

They are currently running two huge programmes, currently on a financial transformation programme (Process, Operating Models, Tech – PMS Upgrade), due to the size and scope they require someone dedicated specifically to the financial transformation area. It's a very high profile programme with lots of extensive change and will have a significant impact in how people work.

To be considered for this Programme Manager (Financial transformation, Operating Models, PMS) role, it's ideal you have:

* 5 + Years as a Programme Manager

* Ideal professional services experience

* Experience running a Financial Transformation programme/Large scale project

* Related project management qualifications (Agile, waterfall etc.)

Resonsibilities:

* First escalation point for project issues throughout the portfolio

* Govern the usage of PPM tool (KeyedIn)

* Deputise for Head of Project Delivery

* Managing programmes/projects of varying sizes and complexities, in line with our overall business strategy and objectives – these will range from business led change to technology and infrastructure projects

* Helping to further enhance project delivery function, which will involve designing and implementing our internal processes and governance arrangements, and working with Head of Project Delivery and other business services colleagues to define the scope and remit of the team and its position in the firm

* Developing and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, customers, and suppliers

* Guiding Project Managers in leading and managing project teams made up of internal staff and third-party providers, ensuring projects are resourced appropriately; ideally having experience in line and matrix management

* Assisting in the development of project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility

* Assisting Project Managers to ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget; proven budgeting experience ideal

* Reviewing and assist to develop detailed project plans to track progress and milestones

* Using appropriate verification techniques to manage project change

* Measuring project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques

* RAID management