Project Management Office Lead

About Foundervine Today, Foundervine stands as one of the largest and most active accelerator ecosystems in the UK, successfully orchestrating and executing business and investment readiness programs to support entrepreneurs. Our track record includes collaboration with prestigious clients such as Barclays, Lloyds Banking Group, Sainsbury's, Google, and the UK Government. In joining Foundervine, you will be welcomed into a small, dynamic organisation at a pivotal moment in our mission to remove the social and economic barriers to innovation. We value integrity, impact, courage, inclusion, and action orientation, creating a warm and open environment for all team members to share their thoughts and contribute to our collective growth. Our results-driven culture encourages you to make impactful decisions, communicate openly and build a great career with us.

The Role The Project Management Office is a key governance and management mechanism in the delivery of our program lifecycle. The Project Management Office (PMO) exists to ensure the successful design, implementation and benefits realisation of our program and project portfolio. The PMO Lead role is responsible for leading and overseeing the strategic planning, monitoring the execution and delivery of projects within Foundervine. The PMO Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful implementation of projects, adherence to project management methodologies, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Job Requirements 5+ years of experience managing a Project Management Office (PMO), including project administration and overseeing project lifecycles. Experience in managing and monitoring over 5 projects at once. Should have directly managed a team of at least 1 person. Experience working with foreign organisations in Europe or America. Experience in training and mentoring others. PMP Certification or equivalent project management qualification. Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as Waterfall, PMP and PRINCE2. Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA, Asana, Gantt Project, or similar platforms. Extensive experience in project planning, design, execution, and reporting, ensuring effective coordination and communication with stakeholders. Exposure to the startup ecosystem is beneficial.

Benefits Competitive Salary, 25 Days of Annual Leave, Birthday Off, Birthday Gift, Flexible Working Arrangements, Optical Benefits, Internet Allowance, Fitness Benefits for Gym and Sports, Career Advancement Opportunities, Commitment to Development, Mental Health Support, Performance-Based Bonus, Peer Recognition Scheme & Team Socials, Monthly Lunch Allowance, Office Snacks, Access to Expert-Led Events.

Applications Details Our mission is to welcome everyone regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, skin colour, marital status or parental status. We celebrate and support diversity, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for employees, partners, contractors, and applicants. If you need assistance or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us @Foundervine, at your earliest convenience.