Portfolio PMO Manager

National Energy System Operator

. Lead a dedicated PMO team and set direction for PMO operations across the SEP Portfolio .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeWarwick • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £60,000 - £75,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates strong leadership and strategic thinking in managing PMO operations, ensuring compliance with programme management standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Capable of producing insightful portfolio reporting and managing stakeholder communications effectively.

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PMO LeadershipProgramme Governance Framework DesignStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsProject Delivery Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Portfolio ManagementProgramme PlanningRisk ManagementReporting and InsightsStage-Gate GovernanceProcess ImprovementDocument ManagementCompliance StandardsProgramme Delivery FrameworksCritical Milestones Management

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsInfluencing Skills

Industry Keywords

NESODESNZOfgemPortfolio OfficeGovernance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a dedicated PMO team and set direction for PMO operations across the SEP Portfolio
Plan and mobilise major programme workstreams, managing interdependencies
Deputise for the Head of Portfolio when required
Act as key contact for Programme PMOs and the NESO Enterprise Portfolio Office
Design and implement the SEP Portfolio governance framework, standards, and processes
Lead portfolio governance meetings, PMO forums, and team events
Produce portfolio reporting, management information, and insights for NESO leadership and external reporting to DESNZ and Ofgem
Maintain the SEP Portfolio integrated plan, programme plans, schedules, dependencies, and critical milestones
Manage portfolio risks, controls, and mitigation actions
Support programmes in resolving or escalating risks and issues and align programme- and portfolio-level risks
Drive consistent reporting, processes, templates, and tools across SEP programmes
Lead lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage stage-gate governance processes and support programme approvals
Maintain an accessible portfolio document repository
Ensure compliance with NESO programme management standards, tools, and frameworks
Build relationships with stakeholders, including senior leadership
Assure programme outputs meet quality, governance, and delivery standards
Manage portfolio communications with the embedded Communications professional

Requirements

What you’ll need

Right to work in the UK by the start of employment; visa sponsorship may not be available
Strategic thinking with strong analytical and organisational skills
Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity while maintaining clarity of direction and standards
Ability to challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders
Strong understanding of programme and project delivery frameworks
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and report-writing skills
Ability to influence, manage, motivate, coach and develop others
Independent, objective, and confident professional judgement
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working in complex, fast-paced environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus of up to 15% of salary for stretch performance
28 days annual leave as standard
Competitive contributory pension scheme with double matching up to a maximum company contribution of 12%
Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
Additional Birthday Day Off
Cycle to Work Scheme
Retail & Gym Discounts
Private Medical Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Personal Accident Insurance
Flexible working arrangements