Transformation PMO Manager (AI)

TL;DR

Transformation PMO Manager (AI): Driving effective programme and portfolio delivery across transformation initiatives with an accent on governance, reporting quality, and AI-enabled ways of working. Focus on automating PMO activities using Copilot, managing core programme artefacts, and ensuring robust delivery management for cross-functional business changes.

Location: Hybrid (London, UK). Candidate must have the appropriate right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not provided.

Company

A leading media and entertainment company connecting millions with entertainment, sports, news, and arts through innovative products and services.

What you will do

• Own and continuously improve programme governance, reporting, and delivery controls to provide clear insights for decision-making.
• Utilize Microsoft 365 and AI tools, such as Copilot, to automate PMO activities and enhance transparency and efficiency.
• Monitor programme performance, track milestones, and proactively escalate risks and issues.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and workshops, ensuring decisions and follow-ups are driven to completion.
• Support change and adoption activities, including readiness, communications, and training.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a PMO on at least 3 complex cross-functional business programmes.
• Expertise in setting up governance and delivery controls for successful programme delivery.
• Ability to independently create and maintain director-level artefacts, including plans, risks, issues, budgets, and dependencies.
• Strong communication skills with confidence engaging stakeholders up to Managing Director level.
• Proficiency in MS365 and AI tools to produce high-quality written communications (specifically PowerPoint).
• Must be based in the UK with valid right to work.

Nice to have

• Experience improving governance, reporting, or programme delivery frameworks.
• Experience embedding AI-enabled ways of working within PMO environments.
• Exposure to change, adoption, or training and readiness activities.
• Recognized project management qualification or equivalent experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working approach with a requirement of 3 days in the office per week.
• Comprehensive perks including free hirify.global TV or NOW package (including Sports and Cinema).
• Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution.
• Private healthcare with mental health support, dental insurance, and Aviva Digital GP.
• Discounts on hirify.global products and access to hirify.global VIP rewards.
• Access to state-of-the-art HQ facilities including a gym, cinema, and subsidised restaurants.