IT PMO Project Controller newly created role

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Job Purpose and Summary This is a newly created role within our Digital IT Group across to lead the project control activities end to end with project directors ensuring that all workstreams are aligned, project governance is followed and deliverables are achieved on time meetingquality requirements and within the agreed budget. This position is known internally as Digital IT PMO.What we giveWith Canon, youll get the support and encouragement you need to grow, from people who share your ambition. Well invest in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role with us. Youll find leaders who give you the freedom toexplore new things and a team where knowledge is shared openly. Consolidate and maintain project plans with all involved workstream leaders/project managers and maintain end to end view on planning, budget, resources and scope.Financial and resource (internal / external) control for the projects: managing, tracking and analysing data to identify and propose solutions to mitigate risks.Monitor and report to executives on project/program progress proactively highlighting and resolving risk factors (timings, decisions, technology, budget)Manage critical / key decision making & issue tracking matrix & drive resolution strategy across workstreams & business units ensuring these are in line with IT governanceDevelop and implement programme control procedures and reportingWork with the project managers to assess the quality of requirements in the project and ensure requirements are signed off and followedImplement and maintain standardisation of governance approach across IT teams ensuring projects are delivered on time with quality and within budgetCreation & co-ordination of material for key stakeholder meetings (e.g. Portfolio Alignment Meetings, IT Investment Committee, Executive checkpoints, Steerco meetings, Quality Gates, CIO project reporting)What we askSignificantexperience in project control & project management.Strong communication skills with evidence of communication at all levels of the organisationAdvanced Microsoft, Excel and PowerPoint skillsDemonstrated ability to manage project timelines and budgetFocus on qualityKnowledge of project management tool/sAbility to collaborate across multiple teamsExperience/knowledge in different methodologies e.g. Agile, IterativeExperience in collaboration tooling such as Jira, Confluence and SharePointAbility to influence and persuade at all levels of the organisationPMP / PM qualifications a distinct advantageYou will needIs business outcome drivenIs courageous and has convictionEnsures delivery of the outcomeIs customer orientedInnovates by building on skills & experienceIs inspirational and motivationalBuilds trust based relationships Develops and coaches others Further InformationIn addition to a salary of between £43,000 - £52,000 youll be eligible for a performance-based bonus of 10%. We have recently implemented a new range of flexible benefits including a strong contributory pension plan, private healthcare, life cover, an EmployeeAssistance Programme plus employee discounts on Canon products.Canon also champions hybrid working policy of (3 days onsite and 2 days remote) coupled witha flexible core hours, with a minimum of 25 days holiday per year. Lastly, youll find that Canon enourages continuous Learning and Developmentwith a wide range of resources and support available on demand.#LI-VC1#LI-Hybrid Canon is enriching lives and businesses in incredible new ways. You can play a part in shaping the future of a company thats visionary, innovative and bold. As the worlds best imaging company, were living and working together for the common good.