Strategic Portfolio Governance Manager

4 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Virgin Media Full time

We are seeking a Strategic Portfolio Governance Manager to prioritize projects, programmes, and rollouts across the organization in line with strategy, risk, compliance, and other key factors. Using Lean Portfolio Management principles, you will govern performance reviews of priority projects, manage escalations, and actively maintain a Universal Priority List.

This role involves extending analysis to include specific benefits, weighting, and customer impact metrics. You will also collaborate closely with Capital Finance on Capital Challenge discussions to ensure prioritization is integral to decision-making.

About Us

Virgin Media O2 is a leading telecommunications company that offers a range of services, including broadband, mobile, and TV. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving innovation in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Lean Portfolio Management principles to prioritize projects and programmes
  • Collaborate with Capital Finance to ensure prioritization is integral to decision-making
  • Manage escalations and performance reviews of priority projects
  • Actively maintain a Universal Priority List

Requirements

  • Project Management experience, including understanding of key aspects of baselining and change management, risk and issue management, dependencies
  • Lean Portfolio Management experience
  • Experience in the use of Clarity, Jira, and/or other project tools
  • Analytical skills and ability to gauge strategic priorities
  • Confident in using Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Good understanding of data and project recording tools

What We Offer

Virgin Media O2 offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a bonus scheme, pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements. We also offer opportunities for professional development and career progression.



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