Portfolio Project Manager - Inside IR35

Summary: The Portfolio Project Manager will oversee multiple projects remotely for a leading global company, ensuring effective governance and reporting. This role involves coordinating cross-functional inputs, managing stakeholder expectations, and maintaining project documentation. The manager will also support the development of project management standards and enhance portfolio efficiency. The position requires proactive communication and a focus on accountability and collaboration within project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Portfolio Director in the oversight of multiple projects within the portfolio
• Monitor key project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and risks across the portfolio, working with key project leads to ensure accuracy of information
• Coordinate cross-functional inputs to ensure timely and efficient reporting and governance
• Act as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including senior leaders, project teams
• Facilitate regular status meetings and communicate project updates with clarity and consistency
• Proactively identify stakeholder needs and manage expectations
• Maintain and enhance portfolio dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel, Smartsheet, or project management platforms)
• Ensure all project documentation is up-to-date, accurate, and accessible
• Provide regular reports and summaries to the Portfolio Director to inform decision-making
• Support the development and implementation of project and portfolio management standards, processes, and templates.
• Identify and recommend improvements to increase portfolio efficiency and transparency
• Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the project teams

Key Skills:

• Experience in portfolio and project management
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel, Smartsheet)
• Ability to monitor project milestones and deliverables
• Experience in facilitating meetings and reporting
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other