Head of PMO Contract - Paying up to £650 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Oxford, Hybrid Working (Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week on site), 6 Month Contract, To Start ASAP

Your new company

You will be joining a major public sector organisation in the Oxfordshire region that is delivering a large, multi year organisational change programme. This work spans multiple directorates and involves significant structural, operational and service level transformation. To ensure the programme is delivered with discipline, clarity and strong governance, the organisation is seeking an experienced PMO Lead who can bring rigour, structure and strategic oversight to a complex portfolio of activity.

Your new role

As PMO Lead, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the governance, controls and reporting frameworks that underpin the entire programme. You will work closely with leaders, programme managers and delivery teams to ensure that planning, risk management, decision making and progress tracking are carried out consistently and to a high standard. This role requires someone who can confidently take ownership of PMO operations, challenge constructively and provide the insight and assurance needed to keep a large transformation programme on track. You will oversee programme documentation, maintain critical artefacts, coordinate key governance forums and ensure that all activity aligns with agreed methodologies and strategic objectives.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive PMO leadership experience within complex Public Sector environments
• Proven background leading PMO functions across large, multi-workstream programmes
• Strong track record in programme governance, RAID management, planning, reporting and assurance
• Confidence in engaging stakeholders and influencing key decisions
• Experience supporting major organisational change, service redesign or transformation initiatives

What you'll get in return

You will join a respected public sector organisation at a critical stage in its transformation journey, with the opportunity to shape how the programme is governed and delivered. The contract offers a competitive daily rate, a collaborative working environment and strong potential for extension beyond the initial six month term.

What you need to do now

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