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As a a Senior Project Support Officer you will join the P3M function supporting Roke's National Security Business Unit. As part of the PMO team, you will be an integral part of driving the balance between the needs of the customer and delivering strong financial and delivery performance for the Business Unit.
You will achieve this by simplifying and standardising business processes; improving the accuracy and predictability of forecasts; increasing the responsiveness of operations to an ever-changing commercial landscape; and applying the relevant controls to ensure consistently successful delivery.

Roke are a leading technology & engineering company with clients spanning National Security, Defence and Industry 4.0 through our Futures business and Intelligence as a Service. You will work alongside our customers to solve their complex and unique challenges.

Your Key Responsibilities...
Deliver defined PMO services to enable the Business Unit including (but not limited to) Delivery Management support, tracking/monitoring of cross-project dependencies, Bid Management support, policy and process conformance
Co-ordinating the production of reports to support governance, by collating, analysing, evaluating, and manipulating data, records, and other information. Maintain libraries, registers, and systems
Providing education, training and first line support on the agreed P3M procedures, processes, and tools
Supporting senior management in championing and embedding P3M practices across the organisation
Undertaking the role of owner for one or more P3M services for the organisation
Lead on the development and socialisation of the PMO service catalogue for the Business Unit
Support the wider team in a mentoring capacity
Undertake such other reasonable duties, commensurate with the job holder's experience and qualifications, as may be required for the smooth operation of the business The Key Requirements...
Experience driving the development of PMO processes through requirement definition, solution development, process documentation, rollout and benefits realisation
Able to demonstrate a proactive approach and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
Experience working within a busy PMO or Project Delivery environment
Experience mentoring other team members
Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform applications to support PMO service enhancement
Preferably an appropriate P3M qualification (P3O, APM, MoP, MSP, Prince2 etc.).Built over a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act - through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe - that's our mission, passion, and motivation.

Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you'll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: having doubled in size over the last 4 years, we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference.

Where you'll work...

You'll find our Gloucester site in a business park two minutes from junction 11A of the M5; The site allows easy access to our local customer base. Set on the outskirts of the Cotswolds, you are never far from a picturesque view or lunch time walk.

Why you should join us...
Operating as one Roke, there is a shared belief that everyone has a responsibility to create an environment that encourages you to bring your whole self to work; in a place where everyone has the time, trust and freedom to succeed.

We are committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion, enabled by our employee led resource groups of Women In Roke, Neurodiversity, Inspire (LGBT+) ME (Majority Ethnic), Veterans and Disability; which each contribute to making Roke a great place for people from all backgrounds to work.

Mental health and wellbeing is also important to Roke, there is a group of supportive Mental Health First Aiders to lend a listening ear for anyone who needs it; alongside a team of Mental Health First Aid Champions who help build a mentally healthy workplace, challenge stigma and support positive wellbeing.

The Benefits and Perks...
Flexi-time: Working hours to suit you and your life
Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance
Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions
Holiday: 25 days plus public holidays and your birthday off
Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan.Clearances...

Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve SC clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have resided in the U.K. for the last 5 years.

The Next Step...

Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you