London | Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in office)
Have you taken full ownership of complex enterprise programmes in a matrixed organisation? Do you bring experience delivering strategic business and technology transformation initiatives? Are you ready to lead from structure to execution within a global enterprise environment?
CFA Institute is seeking a Senior Manager to join our Enterprise PMO. This is not a technology delivery or reporting-focused PMO role. It is an opportunity to lead and deliver complex, enterprise-wide business transformation initiatives that span operating models, governance, and cross-functional ways of working. You will act as a strategic partner to business, finance and technology leaders, driving programme delivery across global, cross-functional teams while establishing clear governance, structure and accountability.
What You’ll Do
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex enterprise business transformation initiatives, from operating model design through to execution and embedding change
Define programme frameworks, governance structures, and decision-making models that enable enterprise-wide transformation
Partner with senior stakeholders across finance, technology and business functions to align strategic priorities and drive organisational change
Drive improvements to enterprise processes, operating models, and ways of working, not just tools and systems
Develop and implement frameworks that enhance financial and project management capability across the organisation
Drive portfolio and programme-level process enhancements, tools and enabling technologies
Develop frameworks and proof of concepts to optimise financial and project management capabilities
Proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies and decision pathways
Ensure compliance with ePMO standards, controls and documentation practices
Collaborate across US and UK teams, building strong cross-border relationships
Contribute to strengthening and maturing Enterprise PMO capability
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience leading enterprise business transformation initiatives, including operating model change, governance design, and cross-functional process improvement
8 to 12+ years’ experience leading complex, enterprise-scale strategic initiatives within global, matrixed organisations
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional programme teams and senior stakeholders without formal line authority
Demonstrated ownership of programme structure, governance and delivery outcomes
Experience leading business transformation initiatives, with exposure to enabling technology change (not limited to software delivery programmes)
Experience limited to software delivery or technology PMO environments alone will not be sufficient
Strong portfolio governance and financial oversight experience, including project controls and KPI management
Experience delivering across waterfall, Agile and hybrid methodologies; PMP, PMI-ACP or PRINCE2 certification preferred
Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills, with experience engaging executive stakeholders
Familiarity with enterprise tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Workday, NetSuite) as enablers of broader transformation programmes
Background in large corporates, consulting, financial services, education or other enterprise transformation environments is advantageous
Why Join Us
Lead high-visibility strategic initiatives aligned to CFA Institute 2030
Work within a globally respected organisation with a strong mission and purpose
Collaborate internationally across US and UK teams
Shape and enhance Enterprise PMO capability while advancing your own leadership exposure
At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position: Expected salary range: £70,000 - 85,000 per year. All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, location and other factors relevant to the position. Additional benefits include eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, a 12% employer contribution to a pension plan, and a comprehensive medical benefits package.
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About CFA Institute
CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like:
Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
Generous leave and time off
Competitive retirement plans
Flexible work options
Wellness, education, and support programs
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application.
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