Program Management Office Lead in London

Benify started in 2004 in Sweden with a goal to revolutionize the HR industry with a platform that would improve the lives of employees. Today, Benify is an independent, flexible, and agile global HR technology company, offering the market’s leading global benefits and total rewards platform.

At Benify, we help companies around the world become better employers by attracting, rewarding and strengthening the relationship with their employees. Since 2004, as a fast-growing HR-tech company, we have revolutionized the industry and the way to work with benefits and improve communication with employees. Our vision is a world where every employee knows their true value. Our mission is to deliver technology that helps great employers become exceptional ones.   

Through our tailor-made portal, employers around the world can, among other things enhance better communication with their employees, better benefits offerings, and onboard new employees in a more efficient and digital way. With us, you get the chance to influence not only an organisation's internal work but also the well-being of its employees and the relationship with their employer.   

As a key player within our Professional Services International function, your mission is to establish and elevate a dedicated PMO function. You'll oversee operations across seven offices, managing complex projects in over 100 countries and multiple languages. Your role includes developing methodologies, optimizing resource planning, and reporting project performance to Finance and Benify teams. Reporting directly to the VP of Professional Services and Transformation, you will:

• Lead the PMO function, ensuring consistent application of practices, standards, governance, and templates.
• Develop and manage methodologies, governance frameworks, and delivery artifacts.
• Oversee resource management across Agile Delivery Squads, ensuring efficient budget and resource allocation for global projects.
• Optimize resource utilization.
• Streamline processes to enhance team communication and collaboration.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, bridging communication between project teams, stakeholders, and executive management.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks.
• Coach Squad Leads in resource management.
• Forecast capacity and demand, attend deal Gyms, and monitor the project pipeline.
• Report on project spend, progress, and status within Benify.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting to calculate ARR and Implementation recognition.

We're seeking a seasoned project management professional with over 10 years of experience, including at least 5 years in a global organization. You have a proven track record in resource allocation and managing large-scale, complex projects. Your expertise in change management and excellent communication skills will be crucial to your success. Additionally, you should bring:

• Proficiency in project management software and tools (Planview AdaptiveWork, JIRA, Salesforce).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Expertise in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and other project management methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Skills in conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Advanced communication skills for interaction with global teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and business environments.

• Balanced Lifestyle: We offer all employees a flexible hybrid work model.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Take advantage of a robust benefits package designed to support your well-being.
• Exciting Conferences: Participate in our annual conferences at exciting destinations (last year in Chamonix, this year in Gotland, Sweden), along with various social events and activities.
• Workation: Benefit from the opportunity to work two weeks per quarter from anywhere in the EU/UK.
• Career Growth: Embrace new challenges and grow within the company; 20% of our hires are internal colleagues taking on new roles.

Join a dynamic and innovative SaaS company dedicated to helping employers improve their relationships with employees worldwide. As a Benifyer, you'll enjoy a forward-thinking culture that encourages personal and professional growth. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that values creativity and new ideas, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. With a nearly gender-balanced team, we prioritize creating a supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Location: Hybrid in our Stockholm, Amsterdam, Munich, or London offices.

Start Date: As soon as we find our perfect match.

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