PMO Officer

Overview

At UK Biobank, delivering complex programmes requires strong collaboration, clear governance, and well‑coordinated project teams. The PMO function helps ensure that initiatives are planned effectively, risks are managed, and projects progress smoothly across the organisation.

Application Deadline

12 June 2026

Department

Projects

Location

Cheadle

Compensation

£35,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Contributing as an active member of project teams to support delivery and programme success.
• Assisting project managers with the production and maintenance of project documentation.
• Acting as a subject‑matter guide on the UK Biobank Project Framework and advising project managers when required.
• Maintaining risk and issue logs, change control records, and assurance documentation.
• Supporting stakeholder communication and engagement activities across projects.
• Taking ownership of assigned workstreams or projects as directed by the PMO manager.

Qualifications

• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to work independently while keeping stakeholders informed of progress.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Experience supporting change management or business transformation initiatives.

Working Hours

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with some flexibility. 3 days on site with hybrid working available. Located in Greater Manchester (initially based in Stockport with a move to Manchester Science Park mid to late 2026).

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Holiday buy scheme.
• Birthday leave.
• USS pension scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Professional subscriptions.
• £500 annual training budget.
• Free on‑site gym.
• Subsidised canteen lunches.
• Free car parking.
• Employee discounts portal.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Annual flu vaccination.
• Life assurance cover.

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