SENIOR PMO Banking & Financial Services | FORFIRM

ph3Assignment Context /h3 pFORFIRM is currently seeking a Senior PMO profile to be deployed on a client engagement within the Swiss banking sector. The resource will be embedded within the client's IT function, working alongside internal teams to strengthen project governance and ensure effective delivery across a complex, multi-initiative portfolio. /p h3Role Overview /h3 pThe Senior PMO will take ownership of the client's project management framework and act as the primary reference point for methodology, standards and portfolio control. The assignment requires someone who can operate autonomously from day one, integrate quickly into a structured banking environment, and add immediate value at both operational and governance level. /p h3Key Deliverables /h3 h3Governance Methodology /h3 ul liMaintain and evolve the PM framework, standards and templates in use across the client organisation. /li liEnsure full lifecycle consistency across all active projects, from initiation through closure. /li liDrive adoption of PM best practices across internal project teams. /li /ul h3Portfolio Management /h3 ul liOwn the monitoring of the project portfolio across scope, schedule, budget, risks and dependencies. /li liDeliver regular, decision-ready reporting to senior management and Board level. /li liManage escalation processes and change control, ensuring full traceability. /li /ul h3Team Support /h3 ul liCoach and support internal project managers on planning, resourcing and execution. /li liFacilitate lessons learned sessions and contribute to continuous process improvement. /li /ul h3Required Profile /h3 h3Experience /h3 ul li8–10 years in PMO, Program Management or Senior PM roles within banking or financial services. /li liDirect experience designing and operating PM frameworks in regulated banking environments. /li liFamiliarity with FINMA requirements and Swiss banking governance standards. /li liTrack record on complex portfolios combining ICT delivery and organisational change. /li liUsed to working in hybrid team settings (internal staff + external consultants). /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liProficient with PPM and PM tools: MS Project, Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow PPM or equivalent. /li liSolid methodology background across waterfall, agile and hybrid approaches. /li liAble to build and present Board-level portfolio reporting autonomously. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liDegree in Economics, Engineering, Computer Science or related field. /li liPM certification mandatory (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent). /li liAgile or IT Audit certifications are a plus. /li /ul h3Languages /h3 ul liItalian and English: mandatory /li liGerman and/or French: strong advantage. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr