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Rachael David

@rachaeldavid

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Skilled PMO Lead with extensive experience in project governance.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values innovation and offers opportunities for leadership and strategic impact.

I am a skilled and driven PMO Lead with extensive experience governing complex projects and programs across the public sector and financial services. My expertise lies in implementing innovative solutions that drive organizational success and continuous improvement. I have a proven track record of enhancing governance frameworks, streamlining processes, and delivering significant cost reductions and efficiency improvements.

Throughout my career, I have built strong stakeholder relationships, including with C-Suite executives and Councillors, and have led high-performing teams to achieve strategic objectives. I am committed to ensuring compliance and high-quality reporting, with a history of successful project delivery and regulatory adherence. My ability to introduce and improve governance standards has been instrumental in tracking project enhancements and ensuring accountability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

PMO Lead

Allied World

Mar 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Supported Programme Leadership on a major regulatory programme (UK Solvency II) by leading planning and governance. Conducted health checks on projects and scrutinised RAID management. Collated project reports for senior stakeholders, challenging inputs and clarifying messages.

Planning Governance RAID Management

Senior PMO Analyst

CLS Group

Jun 2022 - Mar 2023 (9 months)

Supported Portfolio Director in refining governance practices for high-impact programmes facing regulatory review. Implemented ongoing enhancements to governance across the entire portfolio. Compiled detailed meeting materials, prepared concise summary reports, and oversaw completion of meeting actions.

Governance Regulatory Portfolio Management Meeting Management Reporting

PMO Lead

OSB Group

Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)

Established and enhanced PMO controls for critical risk and regulatory programmes. Developed and maintained project and programme change control framework. Managed and visualised complex programme plans to enhance stakeholder engagement.

PMO Risk Management Change Control Programme Planning Stakeholder Engagement

PMO Lead

Close Brothers

Apr 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 8 months)

Supported the Programme Director with planning for high-priority regulatory programmes and ensured compliance with enterprise standards. Managed PMO governance for complex, high-value programmes. Developed and implemented robust governance frameworks.

Programme Planning Regulatory Compliance PMO Governance Team Leadership RAID Management

Senior PMO Analyst

London & Partners (Mayor of London)

Jan 2018 - Mar 2019 (1 year 2 months)

Oversaw daily execution of publicly-funded programme within Agile framework, managing a £2.4 million budget. Led reporting to the Mayor of London and VisitBritain, ensuring regulatory compliance. Managed dissemination of industry insights and presented comprehensive reports.

Agile Framework Budget Management Regulatory Compliance Program Management Public Sector

Senior PMO Analyst

London Borough of Bromley

Apr 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 8 months)

Facilitated advancement and implementation projects within Renewal and Recreation portfolio. Created meeting and briefing materials, governed meetings and regular interface with Senior Leaders and Councillors. Developed and standardised PMO governance frameworks.