Portfolio Lead

A Portfolio Lead is required for a leading role in the Technology department of a major organisation in the Transport & Distribution industry. The candidate will facilitate the delivery of strategic initiatives, ensuring the alignment of projects with business objectives.

Client Details

The client is a large organisation with a sterling reputation in the Transport & Distribution industry. Operating on a national scale and headquartered in London, they pride themselves on delivering top-notch services to all corners of the country.

Description

• Lead and coordinate project teams to deliver strategic initiatives.
• Ensure alignment of projects with business objectives.
• Manage stakeholders and maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Ensure compliance with project management standards and guidelines.
• Facilitate decision-making processes to resolve project issues.
• Manage project resources and budget effectively.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the project team.

Profile

The successful Portfolio Lead should have:

• Proven experience in strategic planning and transformation delivery, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a similar role.
• Ideally from a consultancy background.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous situation and effectively communicate.
• Strong influencing skills and stakeholder management at the most senior levels up to Exec Board level.
• Highly competent at providing strategic challenge, and scrutiny, ensuring alignment with wider policy and strategic initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills plus excellent presentation abilities.
• Strong excel and PowerPoint skills.
• A passion for driving positive change within organisations.

Job Offer

• A competitive day rate in the region of £600-750 a day inside IR35.
• The opportunity to work on impactful projects in the Transport & Distribution industry.
• An inclusive and collaborative company culture.
• The chance to contribute to a leading Transport & Distribution company in London.
• 2-3 days in the office in Central London a week.
• An initial six month contract.

If you are a driven and experienced Portfolio Lead, eager to take on exciting projects in a leading organisation, we invite you to apply for this ro