FILLED [ref#JS5033] PMO Planning Manager, Finance Workstream, Gatwick

PLEASE NOTE: THIS ROLE HAS NOW BEEN FILLED.

Background & Role:
Our client, an international airport operator, is undertaking a Programme of work designed to fulfil its commitments to separate its operations at Gatwick in line with the public recommendations made by the Competition Commission.

They require a PMO Planning Manager to support the Finance Workstream Project Manager.


Role Detail:
The specific requirements of this role are to:
- Assist the Project Manager in developing the Finance Workstream project plans
- Report progress against the project plans using appropriate tools e.g. risk & issue management, status reporting, stakeholder management, project milestones and benefits realisation
- Undertake planning & reporting activities on a cross-workstream Oracle systems implementation

Skills & experience required:
Candidates for this role must be able to demonstrate the following experience within their application:
1. Expertise in PMO & Project Management tools & disciplines in business change / transformation programmes (e.g. MS Project, risk & issue management, status reporting, stakeholder management, project milestones and benefits realisation, etc)
2. Knowledge of back-office finance environment (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Payroll etc) – this could have been gained either on a finance change project, or in a line role
3. Experience of Oracle implementation would be a “nice to have”, but is not mandatory

Logistics:
Rate: £400 - £450 depending upon experience
Location: Gatwick with travel to other UK airports as required.
Approx duration: 6 months with possibility of extension.

Interested?

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Jim Shaw by clicking on the "Contact Us" button above, stating:

1. Your target rate

2. Your specific previous similar experience [mapped against the 'Skills and Experience' section outlined above]

3. Your availability for the assignment

Many thanks, Jim.

FILLED [Ref#DM4032] Finance BPR Consultant

Please contact David Meggitt for more information.

Invitation - Networking Evening - 19th March

Please come and join us for a Networking Evening on Thursday 19th March!

We have listened to your feeback from previous events, and as result, we will:

• have our own private room and bar area
• have a more structured approach to the evening
• ensure that the B2E team are easily identifiable

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DATE: Thurs 19th March

TIME: 6.00pm - 9.00pm

LOCATION
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Filled[Ref#DM4031] Portfolio Planning Manager

Background:

Our client is a Global FMCG business. They are looking for a permanent Portfolio Planning Manager to develop and maintain the IT projects portfolio. The role holder will own the process and ensure that priorities are set in line with the needs of the rest of the business and the IT strategy.

They will work with the Resource Allocation Manager to ensure that IT resources are allocated to answer demand and work with the Portfolio Investment Manager to ensure that project portfolio performance is regularly monitored and that issues are addressed.

Role:

Provide an integrated view of IT requirements for business change by function, globally and by geography
Develop a portfolio view of demand for projects and services and produce long-term plans for project portfolio delivery.
Facilitate effective portfolio planning to support the overall Business objectives
Ensure alignment of portfolio process and outcome to both Group and IT strategy, compliance and governance
Standardise portfolio planning process across IT and ensure adherence to policy
Independently monitor portfolio performance and work with the relevant Business Engagement Managers to address issues
Provide input and recommendations on portfolio management decisions (e.g. priorities) for discussion/agreement as part of the governance procedure.

Specific skills/requirements:


Programme management background, proven experience of defining and implementing portfolio planning and reporting processes at a global level

The successful candidate should have experience of leading, influencing and operating in a global and complex geographical/functional matrix organisation

They should have good Programme Management, Stakeholder and Change Management experience.

Logistics:

Salary: £95 – 100k plus bonus and benefits
Location: Central London

Please contact David Meggitt for more information.