Transformation & PMO Chief Strategist

South East Water Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water supply company in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Transformation. This role involves oversight of the organization’s change management portfolio, managing significant budgets, and driving a culture of excellence. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, enhance governance standards, and cultivate a high-performing team within the Project Management Office (PMO). The position requires strong project management expertise, exceptional communication skills, and experience in leading large-scale change initiatives. A competitive compensation package is offered.

Benefits

Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible annual leave policy

Paid volunteering days

Cycle to work scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Wellbeing related benefits

Qualifications

• Professional project management qualification required.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills expected.
• Experience with large-scale organisational change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Change Project Management Office's strategic direction.
• Cultivate and lead a high-performing PMO team.
• Manage the Transformation Budget and resources across the portfolio.

Skills

Project management expertise

Strategic vision development

Communication skills

Change management knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Project Management Professional (PMP)

PRINCE2 certification

Bachelor's/MBA in related field

Tools

Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools

Job description

A leading water supply company in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of Transformation. This role involves oversight of the organization’s change management portfolio, managing significant budgets, and driving a culture of excellence. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, enhance governance standards, and cultivate a high-performing team within the Project Management Office (PMO). The position requires strong project management expertise, exceptional communication skills, and experience in leading large-scale change initiatives. A competitive compensation package is offered.