Head of Program Management - Finance Transformation

Head of PMO – Finance Transformation

Location: Livingston, Scotland, United KingdomWork Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office

Employment Type: Full-TimeIndustry: Media & Entertainment | Finance | TechnologyAbout the RoleAn opportunity is available for an experienced Head of PMO / Programme Management Office Lead to oversee governance, programme controls, and delivery assurance for a large-scale, multi-year Finance transformation programme.This senior leadership position involves managing the PMO function, supporting executive decision-making, and ensuring complex transformation initiatives are delivered effectively across Finance, Technology, and external delivery partners.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop the Programme Management Office supporting major Finance transformation initiatives.Establish programme governance, delivery standards, reporting frameworks, and controls.Maintain integrated programme plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and resource requirements.Monitor programme performance and identify emerging delivery risks.Provide independent delivery assurance and challenge senior stakeholders where necessary.Prepare executive reporting and support steering committee governance.Coordinate delivery activities across Finance, Technology, and external implementation partners.Oversee portfolio priorities, capacity planning, and resource allocation.Drive continuous improvement in PMO processes, reporting, and automation.Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing PMO team.Required Qualifications & ExperienceSignificant experience in a senior PMO, Programme Management, or Portfolio Management leadership role.Proven experience leading PMO functions within complex, large-scale transformation programmes.Strong expertise in programme planning, governance, risk management, and delivery controls.Experience working with business stakeholders, technology teams, and external delivery partners.Strong analytical skills and ability to translate programme data into executive insights.Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership capabilities.Experience managing teams across Agile, SAFe, and traditional delivery environments.Desirable QualificationsExperience with ERP transformation, particularly SAP S/4HANA.Background in Finance, Procurement, or enterprise technology transformation.MSP, PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, or equivalent certification.Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience.BenefitsPension with up to 9% employer contribution.Private healthcare and mental health support.Digital GP and dental insurance.Entertainment subscription benefits and product discounts.Employee share schemes and additional rewards.Additional InformationHybrid: 2 days per week in Livingston.Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.Visa sponsorship is not available.Successful applicants will be required to complete a criminal record check.