Transformation PMO - Legal Aid Agency

General Information

• Job Title. Transformation PMO Support, EO
• Contract Type. Detached Duty / Loan – 24 months
• Salary Range (according to location). £29,303 – £31,061 (National), £33,551 – £35,564 (London)
• Location. National (any LAA office)
• Working Pattern. Full Time, Part Time, Job Share, Flexible Working (minimum 30 hours for part‑time)
• Closing Date. 17‑Jul‑2026
• Reserve List. 12 months

The PMO support role assists the PMO manager in operating project management processes and coordinating business management activities to help achieve the portfolio’s objectives.

• Planning and scheduling – help establish and maintain systems for effective planning and scheduling.
• Monitoring and reporting – assist in maintaining portfolio controls and producing portfolio reports.
• Admin – manage portfolio files, organise key portfolio meetings and provide secretarial support.
• Resources – manage staff as needed, including their development.
• Stakeholder – maintain the log for internal and external stakeholders and serve as the contact point for portfolio responses to external information requests.
• Financial control – monitor project spending, contribute to budget preparation and maintain an accurate asset register for the portfolio.
• Risks and issues – assist in maintaining risk and issue logs and escalating issues as necessary.
• Digital and data – collect and share data in line with data standards, use data analytics and digital tools to compile and present portfolio information.
• Organise teams, establish processes and work to deadlines.
• Use Microsoft Office tools.

• Established time‑management skills with the ability to prioritise workload and focus on delivery.
• Established interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Familiarity with LAA, MoJ or wider government planning and governance standards.
• Experience supporting PMO or transformation‑led delivery portfolios.
• Experience in report writing and minute taking.

• Enjoys working autonomously and proactively to ensure own, team and organisation goals are met on time and to the required standard.
• Enjoys working with varied data to make accurate and informed decisions.
• Enjoys working independently and as part of a team located across multiple sites.

The Legal Aid Agency is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and promotion.