Project Management Officer

Carey Olsen Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal services firm seeks a PMO Officer for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Southampton. The role involves enhancing the quality of projects by ensuring adherence to project management frameworks and standards. Responsibilities include overseeing project portfolios, managing project gate processes, and maintaining governance registers. Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience in a project environment, strong organizational skills, and knowledge in project governance tools. P3O Foundation qualification is required for applicants.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a project environment role.
• Understanding of project life cycle principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the group project portfolio and ensuring alignment with project frameworks.
• Supporting project teams to maintain high standards.
• Managing project gate processes and due diligence for approvals.

Skills

Project governance experience

Strong administrative capability

Excellent organization skills

Stakeholder management

Collaboration skills

Education

P3O Foundation or equivalent

Tools

MS Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Experience: 3 years projects environment experience

We have an opportunity for a PMOOfficer to join us on a 12 month fixed-term contract basis enhance the qualityof projects within the Carey Olsen group's portfolio by providing quality assurance acrossare projects and project gates. This role will be responsible for making sure thatprojects are delivered in accordance with the Project Management Framework andrequired project artefacts are produced to the expected standard, deadlines andare evidenced within the Project Governance Control Register.

This role is an initial 1 year fixed term contract and can be based within either our Jersey or Southampton office.

• Overseeing the group project portfolio and ensuring work aligns with established project and change frameworks
• Supporting and mentoring project teams to maintain high standards across project management and business analysis
• Managing project gate processes and providing due diligence for approvals
• Maintaining the Project Governance Control Register and conducting regular internal project audits
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across the PMO
• Owning and enhancing project management and business analysis frameworks, templates and reporting
• Managing portfolio reporting cycles and dashboards
• Supporting financial management processes across the portfolio
• Helping coordinate resource planning across the project office
• Building strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers and contractors

Experience and skills required:

• At least 3 years' experience in a project environment role
• Experience in governance or project management, with strong administrative capability
• Understanding of project life cycle principles
• Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time‑management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience using MS Teams or SharePoint in a project environment

Professional Qualifications required:

• P3O Foundation or equivalent

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