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SO PMO / Project Planner

Temporary

Closing on: Dec 31 2025

Competitive

SO PMO / Project Planner

All Regional Centres

Contract to 31/03/2026 inside IR35

Possible contract extension depending on demand

At HMRC we support flexible working and welcome applications for part-time hours.

We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us. We offer a great work life balance. You have the opportunity to work at any of our brand-new Regional Centres and to also work remotely. Contracts vary in length dependent upon the project with the possibility to extend.

Your time spent with us short or long term will be invaluable - your skills and expertise are needed to deliver the largest digital and transformation projects in Government. There really couldn’t be a better time to join HMRC for your new contract opportunity!

Job description:

You will be working within the Learning, Talent & Acquisition Team, tracking workstream plans for learning projects and related commercials. This is a key role working with stakeholders, to ensure the agreed project outputs are delivered. You will lead on all aspects of project planning, which include the development, updating and monitoring of plans and schedules.

Essential Criteria:

Planning & Scheduling - strong capability in creating, updating, and monitoring project plans and schedules. This includes defining milestones, sequencing tasks, and ensuring dependencies are managed effectively to provide clarity on what, when, and how activities will be organised to achieve outcomes

Budget tracking Track and report delivery within budget.

Stakeholder Management Effective engagement with internal stakeholders is critical. This involves identifying key relationships, managing expectations, and ensuring senior-level support where needed.

Risks and Issues Identify and monitor project risks and issues. Develop mitigating actions and escalate as appropriate.

Governance & Reporting Support governance processes and provide accurate, timely reporting. This includes complying with organisational standards, facilitating decision-making, and ensuring transparency through dashboards and assurance reviews.

Project Management - Working knowledge of project management methodology including tools (MS Excel / Planner) and techniques.

Communication - Excellent written and drafting skills with the ability to work under minimal supervision.Excellent verbal communication skills with ability to present and brief at all levels with internal stakeholders.

Our Values

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact your designated recruiter to request accommodation.