Portfolio Delivery Manager

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Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Full Time

07-01-2025

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Job Specifications

Portfolio Delivery Manager

Permanent

Nottinghamshire (Hybrid)

£42,500- £47,500+ Benefits
An experienced Portfolio Delivery Manager wanted for an excellent permanent opportunity in the Nottinghamshire area.
This is a hybrid working role, with the expectation of 2 days a week in the office. Immediate start, ideally in January/February 2025.
Benefits include: pension scheme with an employer contribution of approx. 29% + 27.5 days Holiday + on site free parking + exclusive employee discounts + much more!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation in the environmental restoration sector, where you can make a real impact while developing your career.
Key skills and experience include:
Proven experience in portfolio management is essential.

Ensure portfolio delivery aligns with strategic objectives & supports cross-organizational outcomes.

Oversee program & project delivery, including governance and assurance.

Lead & advocate for change management to drive adoption of new portfolio practices.

Provide timely, insightful program & project updates to senior leadership, stakeholders etc.

Manage & prepare reports for the Procurement Programme Board, identifying & escalating risks & issues.

Program & project delivery with a focus on governance and assurance.

Leading and managing a cross-functional procurement portfolio, ensuring controlled delivery through effective program, project, and portfolio services.

Desirable: PRINCE2, MoR, MSP or equivalent certifications, budget management, APM, and experience with Axelos best practices.

About the Company

Syntax is a specialist IT & Digital recruiter with a 30+ year track record of successfully connecting talented tech professionals with businesses throughout the UK. Located in Derby, we help organisations become more successful by connecting them to the best IT talent available on the market. We specialise in high-end Contract and Permanent recruitment. We deliver niche skill-sets that other non-specialist agencies struggle to find. Know more

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