Resource and Capability Planner

Portfolio Resource Planner - Financial Services - Contract Role SummaryWe''re looking for an experienced Resource Planning Manager / Portfolio Resource Planner to join a Homes and Savings portfolio within a Financial Services environment.There is currently no dedicated planning capacity, and the portfolio needs someone to bring structure, clarity, and a robust plan that links demand (what work is coming) with capacity (resources available) across a mix of technical and business change initiatives.This is a strategic planning role focused on demand, capacity, and resource management-not task management.Contract DetailsContract length: 3-6 monthsStart: ASAPLocation: Hybrid - 2 days per week in LeedsDomain: Financial Services (essential)Key ResponsibilitiesDemand and Capacity PlanningEstablish and maintain a clear view of demand across the Homes and Savings portfolio (technical + business initiatives).Build and own a capacity model that reflects current availability, constraints, and forecasted needs.Create a credible, integrated resource plan that links demand to capacity and supports portfolio priorities.Identify resource gaps, bottlenecks, and key dependencies; propose options to resolve them.Resource Management and ForecastingSupport stakeholders with resource allocation across delivery teams, SMEs, and change initiatives.Produce resource forecasts (short/medium-term) to support decision-making and portfolio governance.Partner with delivery leads and SMEs to ensure planning ..... full job details .....