PLeonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies. /pulliWithin the GCAP Joint Venture, in the GCAP Technical Leadership UO, we are looking for a /liliPMO Lead /lilifor GCAP HQ in Reading (UK). /li /ulpThe PMO Lead is responsible for establishing, implementing and continuously improving robust project and portfolio management frameworks within Secure Digital Platform department. /ppThis role ensures rigorous oversight and governance of delivery initiatives by enabling consistent tracking, transparent reporting, proactive risk management and effective resource coordination. The PMO Lead plays a crucial role in aligning project execution with strategic business objectives, fostering operational excellence and decision-making confidence across the SDP organization. /pliKey Capability Accountabilities and Objectives /liliDevelop, implement and maintain comprehensive delivery dashboards, reports and KPIs to provide clear visibility into project and portfolio performance. /liliMonitor and control budgets, timelines, risk registers and resource allocation to ensure delivery efficiency and mitigate potential issues. /liliEstablish and enforce standardized project governance frameworks, including clear reporting routines, escalation paths and compliance controls. /liliSupport the portfolio prioritization process by collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to ensure alignment with overarching strategic goals. /liliServe as the primary liaison between Finance, Procurement and Technology Delivery leadership, facilitating seamless communication and coordination. /liliFacilitate continuous improvement of PMO processes, tools and best practices to adapt to evolving delivery models and organizational needs. /liliProvide expert guidance on project management methodologies, including agile, hybrid and traditional approaches, ensuring flexible and effective delivery. /liliSeniority /lipbSenior (5-10 anni). /b /pliEssential Skills, Experience and Qualifications /liliBachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, business administration or a related field (Master’s degree is often preferred). /liliMinimum of 5 years of practical experience in PMO roles, with a demonstrated history of successfully managing projects and portfolios within IT environments, ideally involving complex or large-scale technology program /liliStrong organizational, analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights for leadership. /liliProficiency in project management and reporting tools such as Jira, MS Project, Power BI or similar platforms. /liliSolid understanding of agile and hybrid delivery methodologies and the capability to support diverse project execution frameworks. /liliExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience liaising across multiple departments and leadership levels. /liliProblem-solving mindset with the ability to identify risks early and recommend mitigation strategies. /liliAbility to work under pressure and manage competing priorities. /liliDesiderable Skills, Experience and Qualifications /liliPMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master or other relevant certifications. /liliLanguage Skills /liliEnglish C1. /liliCitizenship /liliItalian. /liliSeniority /liliPrimary Location /lipbIT - Roma - Via Laurentina /b /pliAdditional Locations /lipbIT - Catania, IT - Chieti Scalo, IT - Genova - Fiumara /b /pliContract Type /lipbPermanent /b /pliHybrid Working /li #J-18808-Ljbffr