AI PMO Lead

AI PMO LeadReference Number: JR251388Location: Hybrid working - home and our office based near London BridgeWorking Pattern: Full Time 37.5 hours per weekContract Type: PermanentNumber of roles:1Salary: CompetitiveWe are looking for a PMO Lead to join our team.As the PMO Lead you will design embed and manage the frameworks governance and reporting mechanisms that will underpin our AI and Innovation delivery. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the foundations of a new PMO capability at the heart of our technology transformation agenda.Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish and maintain core PMO processes standards and governance models to support AI and Innovation projects across all Business Units.Develop and implement portfolio-level reporting dashboards and metrics to monitor delivery progress performance and benefits realisation.Oversee project and programme tracking ensuring accurate and timely data collection across the portfolio.Coordinate regular portfolio reviews ensuring risks dependencies and issues are effectively managed and escalated.Partner with Business Leads AI Leads and Project Sponsors to help drive delivery and ensure alignment between strategic priorities and delivery activity.Act as a central point of contact for PMO guidance and best practice across all AI and Innovation initiatives.Produce high-quality reports and insights for Senior Leadership leveraging tools such as Power BI and Microsoft Office.Support continuous improvement of PMO methodologies templates and governance processes as the function evolves.This is an excellent opportunity for strategic PMO Manager is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader. 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If the link does not work for you please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: youll bring to the roleProven experience in PMO management or project governance within a complex multi-business organisation.Strong knowledge of portfolio management project lifecycle governance and reporting best practice.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel PowerPoint Word) and data visualisation tools such as Power BI.Excellent analytical organisational and communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior stakeholders.Ability to work autonomously managing priorities and building credibility across diverse teams and time zones.Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail and delivery discipline.Confident working across boundaries and influencing without direct authority.What we doKaplan International a division of Kaplan Inc. is a leading for-profit company in the field of international education which offers Higher education programmes for students in the UK USA Australia Singapore and Hong Kong English language courses across locations in UK Ireland USA Canada Australia and New Zealand and vocational training for financial services sector in Australia. We welcome students from more than 100 countries around the world. Kaplan Inc. is owned by Graham Holdings (NYSE: GHC) To find out more about us and our different business areas please visit .What we offerAs well as a competitive salary hybrid/home working where possible and paths for career progression we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:28 days annual leave*Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support servicesCompany pension contributionsMaternity Adoption Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levelsMedicash Health Cash Plan*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.How to applyPlease apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11am on 7th December 2025. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.Application Support If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team .Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable AdjustmentsAt Kaplan International we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age disability sex sexual orientation gender reassignment or identity pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview. #LI-EB1 Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,PMBOK,PPM Tools,Waterfall,Project Server,Project Management,Sharepoint,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,SDLC Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1