Location
MOD Corsham, Westwells Road, Corsham, SN13 9NR
About the job
Job summary
Defence Digital ensures our Armed Forces remain among the most technologically advanced in the world. We do this by putting innovative and effective technology into the hands of over 200,000 users, from the boardroom to the front line.
We lead on cutting-edge data science, automation, and cybersecurity at scale. Our mission goes beyond the battlefield by leading humanitarian efforts and driving digital innovation that impacts lives across the globe.
Defence Digital forms part of Strategic Command which manages the MOD’s joint capabilities for the Army, RAF, and Royal Navy.
Watch our video to see what we do at Defence Digital!
Passionate about using your skills to make a critical difference? Your next career move could be here!
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Job description
Take the lead in shaping project success as a PMO Manager—where strategic vision meets delivery excellence.
In this high-impact role, you’ll lead the PMO to drive the successful delivery of Business Case benefits and outcomes. You won’t just support projects—you’ll elevate them. By championing best-in-class project management standards and embedding proven processes, you’ll create a culture of consistency, clarity, and continuous improvement. You will lead and coordinate planning efforts, ensuring seamless alignment with strategic goals and timely delivery across all initiatives.
As the heartbeat of project intelligence, you’ll provide expert guidance, deliver insightful reporting, and ensure governance is not only upheld but enhanced. Your leadership will empower teams, unlock efficiencies, and maintain momentum across every stage of delivery.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and inspire the PMO team, supporting the Programme Manager in building a high-performing project workforce—from recruitment and development to deployment and reassignment.
* Champion governance excellence by ensuring robust structures are in place and coordinating key assurance activities, such as Gateway Reviews, at critical project milestones.
* Support the Programme Manager in shaping compelling Business Cases, drawing on insights from subject matter experts to build strong foundations for success.
* Drive change with confidence by establishing clear protocols for managing scope changes and keeping configuration documentation accurate and up to date.
* Establish project and programme level controls to enable monitoring, evaluation and reporting to inform decision making.
* Embed a proactive risk culture by setting the standards and processes for identifying, managing, and mitigating risks and issues across the project life-cycle.
If you're driven by results, inspired by innovation, and ready to make a lasting impact—this is your moment to lead from the front!
To find out more about the role and duties of a PMO Manager, please refer to the Project Delivery Capability Framework: Project Delivery Capability Framework - GOV.UK
Person specification
We’re looking for an individual who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments—those who can confidently navigate uncertainty and tackle high-profile, unplanned tasks with speed and precision. You’ll bring experience in leading a PMO team, managing small to medium-sized projects, or driving delivery as a work-stream lead on large-scale programmes.
Exceptional communication skills are essential. You’ll be working collaboratively across teams and engaging with a broad and diverse range of stakeholders—so the ability to communicate clearly, influence effectively, and build strong relationships is key to your success.
Candidates should hold a recognised Project or Portfolio Management qualification, such as APM or PMQ (or equivalent). Please clearly detail any relevant qualifications in your supporting statement. All qualifications must be current, and you will be expected to provide documentary evidence if invited to interview.
Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability (1250 words max)) demonstrating the essential criteria listed below:
* Proven experience in leading, engaging, and communicating effectively across teams, including collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders.
* Strong track record of delivering projects and programmes using established project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
* Skilled in sourcing, refining, tailoring, and analysing high-quality management information to support informed decision-making.
Do you want to hear more about this role? We would love for you to join us, and learn more from senior members of the team, at our upcoming candidate brief, being held on the date below:
* 24/06/25 @ 5pm
To confirm your attendance, please email us at ukstratcomdd-hr-talentacqdel@mod.gov.uk with your name and email address. We will then forward you a Team’s invite to be able to join on the day.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
To apply, please complete the CV template provided on the Civil Service Jobs dashboard, ensuring it clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification.
You must also submit a personal statement (maximum 1,250 words) providing evidence of how you meet these criteria.
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AI Usage in Job Applications
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At interview, you will be assessed against the following:
Behaviours:
* Leadership
* Communicating and Influencing
Technical Skills:
* Governance
You will be required to deliver a 5-minute presentation on a topic related to the role, and the topic will be provided to you in advance of the interview.
Please note, that if you are invited to an interview, it will be held via Teams. We will try to offer as much flexibility as possible, but it may not be feasible to provide alternative dates for interviews or assessments.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
* Name :Defence Digital Talent Acquisition Team
* Email :UKStratComDD-HR-TalentAcqDel@mod.gov.uk
Recruitment team
Email :DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk
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