About the role Lockton Europe is building out a Business Project and Programme team and requires the successful candidate to be able to help frame and mature the services and standards we provide, assisting in the successful delivery of our project portfolio whilst providing our leaders with the insights and assurances they need. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a PMO Manager. This role will be instrumental in supporting the implementation and adoption of new processes and procedures within our new PMO while providing crucial support to our growing team of project professionals. Reporting to the Head of Projects and Programmes, the successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring and tracking our project portfolio, coordinating with business stakeholders and project managers, managing project finances, and supporting the overall success and establishment of our project delivery function. Key ResponsibilitiesDrive the implementation and adoption of new PMO processes and procedures within the Business Change Team, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and standardsChampion the adoption of the processes and procedures throughout the business, providing guidance and support to ensure communication and successful implementationTake ownership of the processes and procedures, including the PMO Teams site and new PMO tool Monday.com, evolving them as necessaryMonitor and track the portfolio of projects, including project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations, to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scopeManage the reporting function within Monday.com, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of project status, milestones, and risksCoordinate with stakeholders in the business to gather high level scope/requirements for new initiatives and projectsManage collective risks and issues across the project portfolio, identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimise impactCoordinate between projects to ensure a portfolio view, identify dependencies, and facilitate collaboration and resource sharing where necessaryProvide support to the Head of Projects and Programmes, including scheduling and supporting meetings, preparing presentations, and assisting with project documentationAbout You Essential:good understanding of the financial services/insurance industryknowledge of project portfolio management methodologies, processes, and controlsof managing delivery across all phases of the project lifecycleand detail focussed when overseeing and reporting on the Business Project Teams’ outputsindependent thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive nature and not afraid to challenge as appropriateability to multitask, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentcommunicator with internal stakeholders at all levels within the business to understand their needsto work independently as well as collaboratively within a team with an openness to new ways of working and approachesDesirable: Insurance Market Broker or Underwriter experiencein project or change management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)with project management software, such as Monday.com and financial management tools