Job Description

Our client, a leading UK software business, is currently hiring for a Head of Project Management. You will lead a team of multi skilled project managers, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions to budget and quality, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with customers, stakeholders and senior management where necessary.
• Lead a team of project managers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure their professional growth.
• Oversee the execution of software projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related issues and communications with stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Continuously assess and enhance project management processes, methodologies, and tools for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with resource managers to allocate the appropriate resources to projects based on their expertise and availability.
• Produce monthly and ad-hoc reports on group delivery performance to the Board and provide insights to support our growth and mitigate risk.

Requirements

• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in a project management leadership role and software delivery.
• Have proven ability to effectively lead, motivate and develop teams.
• Experience of fostering collaboration and accountability across teams and functions.
• Have an eagle eye for detail and numbers with a high level of proficiency in the use Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI.
• The ability to multi task and identify and manage risk are fundamental to your success in this role.
• A degree in computing, IT or business management would be advantageous

This is a full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday, with a hybrid working arrangement, expect to be in the office once a week. Offices are located in Bedford.

Our client offers an excellent remuneration package and excellent career progression prospects.

Please apply online to be considered.