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Career Opportunities: Cost and Baseline Change Lead (18398)
Summary
Reporting Line: Head of Portfolio Controls and Professionn
Contract type: Permanent
Grade: 3A
Location: Wood Street, London
What to expect
The Cost and Baseline Change Lead is a key role in the Transformation Portfolio Management Office team and reports to the Head or Portfolio Controls and Profession and is responsible leading the Cost and Change Control and Baseline Management Function of the Transformation Portfolio Office.
The Cost and Baseline Change Lead will provide expertise and leadership in the forecasting and management of portfolio costs and cost baseline control to the projects and programmes that comprise a multi-workstream transformation portfolio. The Cost and Baseline Change Lead will analyse cost control and the management of baselines through the change approvals process, ensure that impact assessments are completed and manage the Change Control Board (CCB) for all projects, programmes and pillars and will maintain a portfolio level cost profile, provide assurance of the project budgets and forecasts and the integrity of baselines and identify key themes for improvement or resolution.
What we can do for you
Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• 27.5 days annual leave that increases with tenure
• Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity
• Car allowance
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months service
• Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
• Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.
What you’ll need to succeed
• An enabler who can speak with knowledge and confidence in their subject matter, guiding their team to success.
• Strong analytical thinker who can produce analyses and insights of financial performance.
• Excellent influencing and communication skills with the ability to utilise a range of techniques to deliver messages effectively, make an impact, and drive a successful outcome.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders and leaders to build support for functional plans and activity.
• Acts as an expert advisor, applying advanced knowledge of change control and cost management as well as a broad knowledge of related areas.
• Strong commercial business acumen and ability to make data-driven business decisions.
• In depth knowledge of project control principles and strong analysis skills including financial analysis.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work proactively and independently.
• Highly proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Project and MS Outlook.
About us
Post Office is a community staple. We’re trusted. We’re relatable. We’re reliable. We’re steeped in tradition. But we’re on a journey of transformation. We’re focused on the future and working at pace to compete in a digital world to provide the same, personalised experience we’ve always been proud of – and we need fresh talent to help make it possible.
We’re looking for people to come to Post office to re-imagine. Authentic people who rise to big challenges and make big changes. We all have a genuine duty of care for the people we serve – a purpose that guides us forward, no matter what. We’re looking for people who share in that purpose and show that now, and moving forwards, Post Office truly is Everybody’s Business.
Summary
Reporting Line: Head of Portfolio Controls and Professionn
Contract type: Permanent
Grade: 3A
Location: Wood Street, London
What to expect
The Cost and Baseline Change Lead is a key role in the Transformation Portfolio Management Office team and reports to the Head or Portfolio Controls and Profession and is responsible leading the Cost and Change Control and Baseline Management Function of the Transformation Portfolio Office.
The Cost and Baseline Change Lead will provide expertise and leadership in the forecasting and management of portfolio costs and cost baseline control to the projects and programmes that comprise a multi-workstream transformation portfolio. The Cost and Baseline Change Lead will analyse cost control and the management of baselines through the change approvals process, ensure that impact assessments are completed and manage the Change Control Board (CCB) for all projects, programmes and pillars and will maintain a portfolio level cost profile, provide assurance of the project budgets and forecasts and the integrity of baselines and identify key themes for improvement or resolution.
What we can do for you
Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• 27.5 days annual leave that increases with tenure
• Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity
• Car allowance
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months service
• Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
• Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.
What you’ll need to succeed
• An enabler who can speak with knowledge and confidence in their subject matter, guiding their team to success.
• Strong analytical thinker who can produce analyses and insights of financial performance.
• Excellent influencing and communication skills with the ability to utilise a range of techniques to deliver messages effectively, make an impact, and drive a successful outcome.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders and leaders to build support for functional plans and activity.
• Acts as an expert advisor, applying advanced knowledge of change control and cost management as well as a broad knowledge of related areas.
• Strong commercial business acumen and ability to make data-driven business decisions.
• In depth knowledge of project control principles and strong analysis skills including financial analysis.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work proactively and independently.
• Highly proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Project and MS Outlook.
About us
Post Office is a community staple. We’re trusted. We’re relatable. We’re reliable. We’re steeped in tradition. But we’re on a journey of transformation. We’re focused on the future and working at pace to compete in a digital world to provide the same, personalised experience we’ve always been proud of – and we need fresh talent to help make it possible.
We’re looking for people to come to Post office to re-imagine. Authentic people who rise to big challenges and make big changes. We all have a genuine duty of care for the people we serve – a purpose that guides us forward, no matter what. We’re looking for people who share in that purpose and show that now, and moving forwards, Post Office truly is Everybody’s Business.
Summary
Reporting Line: Head of Portfolio Controls and Professionn
Contract type: Permanent
Grade: 3A
Location: Wood Street, London
What to expect
The Cost and Baseline Change Lead is a key role in the Transformation Portfolio Management Office team and reports to the Head or Portfolio Controls and Profession and is responsible leading the Cost and Change Control and Baseline Management Function of the Transformation Portfolio Office.
The Cost and Baseline Change Lead will provide expertise and leadership in the forecasting and management of portfolio costs and cost baseline control to the projects and programmes that comprise a multi-workstream transformation portfolio. The Cost and Baseline Change Lead will analyse cost control and the management of baselines through the change approvals process, ensure that impact assessments are completed and manage the Change Control Board (CCB) for all projects, programmes and pillars and will maintain a portfolio level cost profile, provide assurance of the project budgets and forecasts and the integrity of baselines and identify key themes for improvement or resolution.
What we can do for you
Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• 27.5 days annual leave that increases with tenure
• Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity
• Car allowance
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months service
• Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
• Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.
What you’ll need to succeed
• An enabler who can speak with knowledge and confidence in their subject matter, guiding their team to success.
• Strong analytical thinker who can produce analyses and insights of financial performance.
• Excellent influencing and communication skills with the ability to utilise a range of techniques to deliver messages effectively, make an impact, and drive a successful outcome.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders and leaders to build support for functional plans and activity.
• Acts as an expert advisor, applying advanced knowledge of change control and cost management as well as a broad knowledge of related areas.
• Strong commercial business acumen and ability to make data-driven business decisions.
• In depth knowledge of project control principles and strong analysis skills including financial analysis.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work proactively and independently.
• Highly proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Project and MS Outlook.
About us
Post Office is a community staple. We’re trusted. We’re relatable. We’re reliable. We’re steeped in tradition. But we’re on a journey of transformation. We’re focused on the future and working at pace to compete in a digital world to provide the same, personalised experience we’ve always been proud of – and we need fresh talent to help make it possible.
We’re looking for people to come to Post office to re-imagine. Authentic people who rise to big challenges and make big changes. We all have a genuine duty of care for the people we serve – a purpose that guides us forward, no matter what. We’re looking for people who share in that purpose and show that now, and moving forwards, Post Office truly is Everybody’s Business.
