Benchmark Capital is seeking an experienced Change Portfolio Manager to oversee and facilitate our dynamic change programme. In this role, you will not only maximise the throughput and value of the change programme, but you'll also shape and manage the change framework, and work closely with various business areas to deliver a robust roadmap of change.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate overall change framework, from initiation to review, while ensuring all initiatives are appropriately resourced.Collaborate with the wider Portfolio Management Team to maintain accurate information on our Change Framework tool, KeyedIn.Lead the prioritisation and impact assessment for new projects and features, acting as a gatekeeper for delivery.Monitor capacity potential bottlenecks with value streams business functions.Develop an insightful view across the portfolio for key risks, dependencies issues.Coordinate the financial status of the portfolio, translating findings into implications for the Portfolio.Contribute to management reporting on the Portfolio, including reporting into the wider Schroders Group.Essential Skills/Experience
Solid experience in budget management.Competence in communicating complex information in a compelling narrative.Degree or equivalent in business management.Experience in facilitating portfolios with a lean, agile mindset.Strong familiarity with the principles, tools and techniques of lean portfolio management.Proven track record of managing complex project environments.Confidence to advise and challenge decisions, influence at senior management level and manage under pressure.Excellent stakeholder management and engagement skills.Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Power Point – and MS Project or equivalent.Excellent organisation and communication skills.Preferred Skills/Experience
Experience in the Financial Services industry.Background in management consulting.Understanding of SAFe Agile / Agile working methods.Familiarity with project management methodologies – Prince2, PMP, Lean, Six Sigma approaches.Experience in project budgeting and financial management.Personal Characteristics
Highly motivated, flexible and adaptable.Team player with a collaborative approach.Resilient with a drive for continuous personal improvement.Inspiring and motivating to others.Positive outlook on work and projects.Delivery focused.We recognise potential, whoever you are
Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or any other protected characteristics.
Benchmark Capital is seeking an experienced Change Portfolio Manager to oversee and facilitate our dynamic change programme. In this role, you will not only maximise the throughput and value of the change programme, but you'll also shape and manage the change framework, and work closely with various business areas to deliver a robust roadmap of change.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate overall change framework, from initiation to review, while ensuring all initiatives are appropriately resourced.Collaborate with the wider Portfolio Management Team to maintain accurate information on our Change Framework tool, KeyedIn.Lead the prioritisation and impact assessment for new projects and features, acting as a gatekeeper for delivery.Monitor capacity potential bottlenecks with value streams business functions.Develop an insightful view across the portfolio for key risks, dependencies issues.Coordinate the financial status of the portfolio, translating findings into implications for the Portfolio.Contribute to management reporting on the Portfolio, including reporting into the wider Schroders Group.Essential Skills/Experience
Solid experience in budget management.Competence in communicating complex information in a compelling narrative.Degree or equivalent in business management.Experience in facilitating portfolios with a lean, agile mindset.Strong familiarity with the principles, tools and techniques of lean portfolio management.Proven track record of managing complex project environments.Confidence to advise and challenge decisions, influence at senior management level and manage under pressure.Excellent stakeholder management and engagement skills.Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Power Point – and MS Project or equivalent.Excellent organisation and communication skills.Preferred Skills/Experience
Experience in the Financial Services industry.Background in management consulting.Understanding of SAFe Agile / Agile working methods.Familiarity with project management methodologies – Prince2, PMP, Lean, Six Sigma approaches.Experience in project budgeting and financial management.Personal Characteristics
Highly motivated, flexible and adaptable.Team player with a collaborative approach.Resilient with a drive for continuous personal improvement.Inspiring and motivating to others.Positive outlook on work and projects.Delivery focused.We recognise potential, whoever you are
Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or any other protected characteristics.