Full job descriptionPMO Lead/ Communications Specialist
We are currently recruiting for a PMO Lead/ Communications Specialist with strong HR experience to join one of our Insurance clients on a 6-month contract
Inside Ir35
Hybrid
Key Responsibilities
*Act as the primary PMO and communications partner for strategic programmes and transformation initiatives.
*Develop and maintain governance frameworks, project plans, RAID logs, status reports, dashboards, and programme documentation.
*Produce executive-level reporting and provide insights on programme performance, risks, dependencies, and key milestones.
*Manage programme governance forums, steering committees, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
*Develop and deliver comprehensive communication and engagement plans aligned to programme objectives.
*Create high-quality communications materials, including presentations, newsletters, leadership briefings, intranet content, FAQs, and change updates.
*Partner with senior leaders, project managers, and business stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and stakeholder alignment.
*Monitor programme delivery risks and support mitigation planning, escalating issues where appropriate.
*Analyse programme data, stakeholder feedback, and engagement metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
*Support organisational change initiatives through effective communications, stakeholder engagement, and business readiness activities.
*Drive continuous improvement of PMO processes, governance standards, communication strategies, and reporting frameworks.
*Collaborate with Change, HR, Communications, Technology, and Business teams to ensure successful programme delivery.
The Requirements
*Significant experience in PMO, Programme Management Office, Programme Support, Transformation, or Change Management environments.
*Proven experience developing and delivering strategic communication and stakeholder engagement plans.
*Strong understanding of programme governance, project lifecycle management, risk management, and reporting frameworks.
*Experience supporting large-scale business transformation, organisational change, or strategic initiatives.
*Demonstrated ability to influence and build credibility with senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging messages.
*Experience using Microsoft Office 365, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint.
*Knowledge of project methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile, MSP, or equivalent is desirable.
*Relevant PMO, Change Management, or Communications qualifications would be advantageous.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Vertage Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.