Corporate Programme Management Office Lead

Job Title: Corporate Programme Management Office LeadLocation: DudleyContract: InterimRate: CompetitiveJob PurposeThe Corporate PMO Lead provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Council''s Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring the effective delivery of all projects within the corporate portfolio. This includes capital programmes, all improvement initiatives, readiness for key inspections, core business process enhancements, and cultural transformation projects. The role drives alignment with the Council''s strategic objectives, promotes accountability, and ensures transparency across all programme and project activity. Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Oversight: Lead the PMO function to deliver a cohesive, high-performing corporate project portfolio aligned with Council priorities and goals.Governance and Methodology: Develop and embed PMO strategy, governance frameworks, and standardised methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, PMP) to ensure consistency, best practice and focused on ease of use and transparency across all programmes.Portfolio Management: Oversee all projects within the corporate portfolio, ensuring compliance with governance standards, budgetary controls, and risk management processes.Performance Reporting: Produce accurate, timely reports and dashboards for senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and benefits realisation.Leadership and Capability Building: Manage and mentor PMO professionals, fostering a culture of ..... full job details .....