Program Management Office Lead

PMO Lead / Head of PMO – Local Authority Transformation

Outside IR35 | Remote (UK)

develop are working with their London based local authority client to source a Head of PMO to support a high-profile transformation portfolio. This role forms part of a broader organisational change programme driven by recent political and strategic developments within the council.

You will play a pivotal role in establishing and embedding programme governance, delivery frameworks, and PMO best practices across a complex and diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and ongoing management of PMO frameworks and governance structures
• Drive consistency and best practice across large-scale transformation programmes
• Oversee and coordinate delivery activity across multiple service areas within the council
• Provide programme-level reporting, assurance, and stakeholder management
• Embed robust programme controls, processes, and delivery standards
• Support transformation initiatives spanning both digital and operational change
• Work across a varied portfolio including services such as libraries, parking, and wider public services

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in senior PMO roles within large, complex local authority environments
• Strong track record of establishing and scaling PMO functions in local government
• Experience supporting enterprise-wide transformation and organisational change programmes
• Excellent stakeholder management and governance expertise
• Comfortable operating across both operational and digitally driven programmes
• Self-sufficient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced transformation setting

Contract Details

• Contract Length: Initial 3 months – long term opportunity on a rolling contract
• Location: Remote (UK-based) – first day laptop/onboarding pick up from London site
• IR35 Status: Outside IR35
• Rate: Negotiable
• Start Date: ASAP (target start date is in early June)

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