Head of PMO

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United States

Head of PMO

Nottingham

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Over the last 10 years Commify has grown and transformed under Private Equity ownership and now operates across 9 countries including UK, France, Spain, Italy, Romania, Germany, Netherlands, Australia and the USA.

Our mission is clear; to make business communication brilliant by leveraging our best in class products that span SMS, WhatsApp, Email, VOIP and other communications technologies. We serve over 60,000 businesses globally and send over 5 billion communications on a yearly basis.

We have ambitious growth plans to expand our already impressive product portfolio. As a values led business, we recognise our ‘People’ are our biggest asset. Do you want to be part of our success story?

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Head of PMO is responsible for leading transformation initiatives and change programs across the group. Supporting the company’s M&A strategy through the timely integration of acquired businesses and ensuring the PMO function is fit for purpose in a fast-paced growth-oriented business.

Lead & Transform:

1. Drive Project Excellence: Lead, organise, and manage the PMO, ensuring the successful execution of transformational and integration projects across various functions, delivered on time and within budget.
2. Champion Change: Establish and implement robust transition and change management plans, including clear timelines and measurable KPIs, to guide the successful execution of all projects.
3. Build a High-Performing Team: Build, coach, and lead a global team of high-performing Project Managers, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for effective project delivery.
4. Strategic Alignment: Foster strong relationships with the leadership team to ensure all projects are aligned with organizational objectives and strategic goals.

Operational Excellence:

1. Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks, continuously monitor project performance, and make necessary adjustments to deliver exceptional results.
2. Continuous Improvement: Develop a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the PMO function, emphasizing impactful results and operational excellence.

Reporting & Accountability:

1. Track & Report: Track and report on program performance, providing regular updates to stakeholders and making adjustments as necessary to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills and Experience

1. Extensive experience in managing M&A integration and complex transformative projects and programs in a PMO setting; previous experience establishing PMO structures is highly preferred.
2. Formal Project Management Certification: PMI, PMP, Prince 2.
3. Experience with Lean and Six Sigma will be beneficial.
4. Education: Bachelor’s Degree.
5. Languages: Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
7. Excellent knowledge and handling of project management methodologies and techniques.
8. Self-organised and shows attention to detail as well as being able to manage strategically.
9. Strong commercial acumen and excellent communication skills.
10. Ability to influence at all levels.