We're seeking an experienced Consultant to join our Operational Solutions team, supporting the delivery of programmes and projects across Defence and other highly regulated sectors. This role is ideal for a Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) professional who has developed strong delivery support, PMO, project controls, assurance or programme management experience within Defence, Government, infrastructure, energy, transport, technology or similarly complex environments and is looking to apply that experience within a growing, values-driven consultancy.
Since our establishment in 2018, Whitetree has been on a mission to empower clients, make lasting impacts, and provide unmatched career growth opportunities. We're passionate innovators driven by our values of Trust, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence.
To support effective collaboration and client delivery, you will ideally live within a commutable distance to Bristol.
The Role
Working as part of our Operational Solutions team, you will provide programme and project support across a range of client engagements. You will apply your experience in programme governance, planning, controls, risk and issue management, reporting, benefits tracking and delivery assurance to help clients improve delivery performance and achieve their objectives.
You will work alongside client teams and fellow consultants, supporting the effective delivery of projects, programmes and portfolios while developing trusted relationships with stakeholders. You will be comfortable working independently when required, whilst seeking guidance and collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivery Support & Assurance: You will contribute to a variety of programme and project management activities, including:
Programme and project governance support.
Planning, scheduling and delivery tracking.
Risk, issue, dependency and assumption management.
Reporting and performance management.
Benefits tracking and realisation support.
PMO, project controls and assurance activities.
Development of delivery documentation, processes and reporting products.
Supporting reviews, audits and assurance activities.
Stakeholder Engagement: Success in this role requires strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across client teams, delivery partners, suppliers and wider stakeholder communities. You will be expected to communicate effectively, facilitate collaboration and support decision-making through the provision of accurate, timely and evidence-based information.
Commercial Awareness: You will possess a good understanding of commercial and procurement environments and an appreciation of how commercial decisions can influence programme delivery, risk and outcomes. Experience working alongside commercial teams, suppliers or contract delivery functions would be advantageous, although this role does not require ownership of commercial activities.
Defence & Training Environment: Experience within Defence, Government or other highly regulated sectors is highly desirable. Exposure to training delivery, capability development or workforce readiness programmes would be advantageous, particularly within Defence environments.
Skills & experience required
Experience supporting the delivery of Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) services within Defence, Government or similarly regulated environments.
Knowledge of programme governance, planning, controls, reporting, risk and issue management, benefits management and delivery assurance.
Stakeholder engagement, communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience working within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
An understanding of commercial, procurement and supplier environments.
Experience within Project Controls, PMO, Programme Assurance, Risk Management or Project Management functions.
Ability to provide practical solutions and contribute positively to client outcomes.
Relevant project, programme or portfolio management qualification (e.g. APM, PRINCE2®, MSP®, AgilePM®, MoP®, P3O® or equivalent).
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Ideally located within a commutable distance to Bristol
Current right to live and work in the UK
Current SC clearance or willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check
Willingness and ability to work from home and travel for client engagements, including overnight stays away from home around the UK when required
Desirable
Exposure to business development activities, such as supporting proposals, bid responses, client relationship management or identifying opportunities for additional client support.
Veteran status.
Personal Attributes
We're looking for a proactive, collaborative and adaptable professional who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in delivering high-quality work and is committed to helping clients achieve successful outcomes. You will be organised, approachable and motivated to develop your skills while contributing to a positive and professional consulting environment.
Life at Whitetree
At Whitetree, we are proud to provide a collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career, with the chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry.
Whitetree’s success hinges on hiring great people and creating an environment where we can be happy, feel challenged, and do our best work. We hope that excites you enough to apply.
Our competitive benefits package includes:
Professional development support, including chartership, mentoring and training budget
Enhanced family friendly policies
Our Commitment to you
We're proud of our Gold Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Award, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and supporting diverse communities, including the Armed Forces.
Whitetree values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and will not discriminate. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, building a culture that values openness, fairness, and transparency.
We are a disability confident employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email
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