Global PMO Project Manager

Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Global PMO Project Manager on a Permanent basis to join our Global Service Operations segment.  We are able to base this role from any location, however as it has a National and international remit, proximity to a major international airport and the flexibility to travel at least 50% of the time is essential.

This role provides project management support and administration to all aspects of the PMF, including deployment, globally. Specifically, this role will  the first line of support for any issues relating to the PMF documentation (e.g. change and configuration management), and our bespoke project tool, SoPROJECT, development & maintenance of training materials, communications,  reports, risks, issues, logs, meetings and minutes. The role will also assist in the global deployment of the PMF.

Service Operations is the part of our business that supports segment development by providing expertise and process standardization across all segments. Service Operations leverages our global expertise and best practice to bring the best of Sodexo to all of our clients. It includes everything from FM expertise to food development through to bid support, health and safety, and contract design and management.

Role Responsibility

• Work as part of the Global PMO team on the global deployment of the PMF, in accordance with the agreed deployment strategy, and support the region/country based SoPROJECT users.
• Plan and deliver deployment training to new user groups globally, both face to face and online
• Support the PMO by configuration, change and actions management of the project management architecture and act as the first point of contact for any project management standards/documentation requests across Sodexo.
• Work in collaboration with the PMF team to develop training requirements and training solutions
• Manage the day to day administration of the SoPROJECT tool from support requests, training, technical expertise, localised deployment and ongoing improvements,
• Support regions and countries to develop their Project Management strategies and roadmaps to achieving the implementation of the strategies
• Drive the implementation of the defined strategy for portfolio, programme management at regional and country level
• Drive the adoption of value driven project management commercial strategies at regional and country level

*Full job description attached below*

The Ideal Candidate

• Ideally be a Graduate, or be Graduate calibre with very good academic and practical experience.
• Strong understanding of project management, with a intense desire to undertake further development and training in this discipline
• Strong administrative experience and working in a structured manner towards tight deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as excellent presentation skills with ability to conduct presentations to groups.
• Building and maintaining professional networks to deliver change
• Working with project management tools, and best practice technique
• Training groups of resources in the use of a new tool
• Have previous deployment and training experience of a business system and or business IT tool
• Exposure to/understanding of configuration and change management is required.
• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills
• Experienced user of MS Office toolset (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Highly motivated and demonstrating a “can do” and hands on” attitude
• Ability to work independently and self-manage
• Will be an energetic individual
• Flexibility to travel  in Asia, Australia, India, USA, South America, Middle-East, Africa and Europe

Package Description

Global PMO Project Manager – Project Manager Framework (PMF)
Home Based, UK Preferred with National and International Travel c50%
Competitive Band B Package, inc;  Bonus, Pension, Car/Allowance etc

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About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 36,000 people and delivers On-site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defense sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions.  With an annual turnover of over £1bn, Sodexo delivers a diverse range of services from catering, cleaning, reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling clients to focus on their core business.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.