Job Description

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping transformation at scale? We're looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking Head of PMO to join CHCP CIC. This isn't just another PMO role. It's your chance to influence strategy, lead complex programmes, and make a tangible impact on the communities we serve. If you thrive on challenge, love bringing order to complexity, and can inspire teams to deliver excellence, we want to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Why you'll love it here:
o Purpose with impact - We reinvest profits back into services and communities, so your work drives real social change
o Strategic influence - You'll work directly with senior leaders and directors, shaping priorities and driving transformation across the whole organisation
o Career growth - With opportunities to deputise for the Assistant Director, this role gives you visibility, responsibility, and room to grow
o Balanced working week - Monday to Friday with flexible working options available What you'll be doing
o Leading and growing our PMO team to deliver high-quality, high-impact programmes
o Building and embedding PMO frameworks that ensure clarity, prioritisation, and value
o Overseeing complex, multi-layered projects with significant organisational reach
o Partnering with leaders across the business to advise, support, and challenge
o Driving continuous improvement and a culture of learning in programme delivery What you'll bring
o A proven track record in senior programme or project management roles
o The ability to simplify complexity, set direction, and motivate teams
o Confidence in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders
o Expertise in PMO strategy, governance, and delivery at scale
For further information on this role please contact libby.nicholas@nhs.net and apply today and lead the future of programme management at CHCP
About us
At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP you have a real voice.
Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.
As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.
Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
64,455 to 74,896 a year pa/pr
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
810-7527949
Job locations
Business Support Centre
5 Beacon Way
Hull
HU3 4AE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to master's degree (Level 7) in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• PMO related professional qualification: either attained or working towards
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development

Desirable

• Coaching and/or Mediation Qualification

Knowledge
Essential

• Highly developed knowledge and understanding of managing successful programmes and projects
• Highly developed knowledge of performance management requirements and processes
• Knowledge of tendering processes in relation to procurement and re-procurement of services
• Significant managerial knowledge
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications

Experience
Essential

• Significant operational management experience, including leading and supervising complex teams and services.
• Demonstrable experience at a senior operational management in a provider organisation.
• Experience of providing strategic and professional leadership for the management, development and efficient utilisation of large and complex programmes and projects.
• Experience of working with Directors, senior managers/senior clinicians to develop/implement client responsive services
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Experience of internal and external stakeholder management
• Experience of working with commissioners
• Experience of contract management responsibilities within a provider organisation

Desirable

• Experience of strategic working across Health and Local Authority boundaries in support of work being led by Integrated Care systems and other collaborations.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to master's degree (Level 7) in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• PMO related professional qualification: either attained or working towards
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development

Desirable

• Coaching and/or Mediation Qualification

Knowledge
Essential

• Highly developed knowledge and understanding of managing successful programmes and projects
• Highly developed knowledge of performance management requirements and processes
• Knowledge of tendering processes in relation to procurement and re-procurement of services
• Significant managerial knowledge
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications

Experience
Essential

• Significant operational management experience, including leading and supervising complex teams and services.
• Demonstrable experience at a senior operational management in a provider organisation.
• Experience of providing strategic and professional leadership for the management, development and efficient utilisation of large and complex programmes and projects.
• Experience of working with Directors, senior managers/senior clinicians to develop/implement client responsive services
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Experience of internal and external stakeholder management
• Experience of working with commissioners
• Experience of contract management responsibilities within a provider organisation

Desirable

• Experience of strategic working across Health and Local Authority boundaries in support of work being led by Integrated Care systems and other collaborations.

Skills Required