Head of PMO presso LGC Group

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated PMO Analyst to join LGC and provide governance to various key projects. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) by providing analytical insights, managing project portfolios, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments.

Role Responsibilities

• Project Portfolio Management: Lead and manage the project portfolio with a strategic vision, ensuring seamless alignment with organisational goals and strategic objectives.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Perform detailed data analysis to offer valuable recommendations for project improvements. Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior management.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our projects. Develop and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and guidelines.
• Collaborator Coordination: Work closely with project managers, team members, and collaborators to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Risk Management: Monitor project risks and issues, and develop robust mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Prioritisation: Coordinate prioritisation and capacity planning to ensure efficient use of resources across projects.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are considered advantageous.

Experience

• Demonstrating at least 5 years of experience in project management or PMO roles, highlighting a track record of successfully managing intricate projects and portfolios.
• Experience working within the Life Sciences sector is highly desirable.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (such as MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Attributes

• Diligent in maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a continuous improvement approach.

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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