PMO Lead - #1723674

PMO Lead – Enterprise Transformation | Leading Reinsurance ClientLocation: [UK / Remote / Hybrid – specify if needed]Type: Permanent - Paying up to £95,000 DOE

We are representing a leading global reinsurance organisation embarking on a major enterprise transformation. As part of this journey, they are seeking a highly strategic and experienced PMO Lead to take ownership of programme-level governance, reporting, and delivery assurance across several high-profile initiatives.

This is a pivotal role within a complex, fast-moving programme. You will work closely with senior leadership, third-party system integrators, and delivery teams to ensure seamless coordination, governance, and reporting throughout the transformation lifecycle.

Important: Candidates must have prior experience in the Reinsurance or London Market Insurance sectors and demonstrable experience. These are essential requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management

• Serve as the central coordination point, reporting directly to the Programme Sponsor.

• Lead programme-level reporting across stakeholders, including internal PMO, third parties, and SIs.

• Oversee third-party vendor relationships, including contract and SOW governance.

• Define and enforce robust programme governance and assurance frameworks.

• Ensure appropriate resource allocation to meet delivery milestones.

• Prioritise projects in alignment with the strategic transformation roadmap.

PMO Operations

• Maintain all programme documentation on SharePoint (including access for external partners), ensuring accuracy and availability.

• Manage SharePoint access and permissions to maintain secure collaboration.

• Drive risk and issue management processes, ensuring timely escalation and resolution.

• Maintain programme data integrity in reporting tools (e.g., Mondaycom).

• Conduct quality assurance across project and programme reports to ensure alignment and consistency.

• Deliver centralised reporting services tailored to executives, delivery teams, and stakeholders.

• Manage scheduling and coordination of key governance meetings and forums.

About You

Essential

• 7+ years’ experience in programme/project management, with at least 3 years in a PMO or programme leadership role.

• Experience overseeing complex transformation programmes involving multiple vendors and integrators.

• Background in Reinsurance or the London Market insurance sector – this is mandatory.

• Hands-on experience working with Workday in a programme or project delivery context.

• Strong understanding of programme governance, delivery assurance, and reporting frameworks.

• Proficiency in SharePoint, Mondaycom, and Microsoft Office tools.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organisational skills.

Desirable

• PMP, PgMP, or PMO-CP certification.

• Experience with enterprise integration or post-merger transformation initiatives.

• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.

If you like the sound of the role, please apply or email me directly