Job Application for Head of Portfolio Management & Delivery at Foot Anstey LLP

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Job Title: Head of Portfolio Management & Delivery

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The role in 60 seconds

Role: Head of Portfolio Management & Delivery
Team: Business Change
Location: Hybrid working from Bristol or Southampton
Working Pattern: Full-time
Why this role matters: This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to help shape and deliver Foot Anstey's transformation strategy. Reporting to the Executive Director of Transformation & Operational Excellence, you will lead the governance, prioritisation and delivery oversight of strategic change initiatives, ensuring investment is focused on activities that create the greatest value for our clients, colleagues and business.

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What you’ll do

You'll be at the centre of transformation strategy execution - supporting how change initiatives are selected, prioritised, sequenced, and delivered for maximum value. The role blends portfolio management, strategic planning, governance, and delivery oversight.

In this role, you’ll:

Translate business strategy into a clear and prioritised transformation portfolio.
Lead portfolio planning, governance and delivery oversight across multiple initiatives.
Develop and maintain transformation roadmaps, balancing short and long-term priorities.
Oversee investment planning, resource allocation and capacity management.
Establish governance forums, reporting frameworks and decision-making processes.
Monitor benefits, risks, dependencies and portfolio performance.
Build trusted relationships with Partners, senior leaders and delivery teams.
Drive continuous improvement across portfolio management and delivery practices.
Support the successful integration of change across the business.
Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of project and delivery professionals.

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What we’re looking for

This is a demanding role supporting a complex change and transformation portfolio in a fast‑paced professional services environment. We’re seeking an experienced transformation leader who can bring clarity to complexity and successfully translate strategy into delivery.

In this role you'll bring:

Significant experience leading complex transformation portfolios.
Strong portfolio governance, prioritisation and investment planning expertise.
Experience delivering technology-enabled business change.
Strong commercial, financial and benefits realisation skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capability.
Experience managing risk, dependencies and delivery performance.
Strong communication, facilitation and decision-making skills.
Experience developing high-performing teams.
Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies.
Collaborative leadership style with a focus on outcomes, innovation and continuous improvement.
Relevant qualifications such as MoP, MSP, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile or equivalent would be advantageous.

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What if I don't tick every box?

We're not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth.

If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
Enhanced parental leave policies.
Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives.
An open, flexible working environment.
Find out more about our benefits and work environment here

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