September 20, 2024

Danske Bank

København

OTHER

(Senior) Programme Management Office (PMO) Consultant

Are you eager to drive change and make a real impact within the banking sector? Do you possess a project-oriented mindset with solid communication skills? If you're ready to step into a role that blends strategy with hands-on execution, our position as a PMO Consultant in the Strategy Execution Team at Danske Bank awaits your ambition!
Danske Bank has defined its Forward ’28 strategy to lay the tracks for a profitable growth journey in the years ahead. You will join our dedicated Strategy Execution Team – driven to execute on Danske Bank's ambitious Forward '28 strategy in Personal Customers. Our commitment is to better serve our customers by adapting to their needs and expanding our offerings beyond traditional banking. Our team is not just about strategy; it's about turning plans into action and seeing the impact of your work firsthand.

Be a part of the team
You will be part of the Programme Management Office (PMO), which acts as the control center for implementing our new Forward '28 strategy for Personal Customers. As a PMO Consultant, your primary responsibility will involve ensuring the strategy is executed smoothly. You will optimize processes, remove roadblocks, and maintain clear visibility on progress and outcomes together with the team.
In this role, you will:

Develop a deep understanding of the execution status within our strategic initiative portfolio, ensuring both digital and traditional business alignments
Monitor, report, and drive the realization of key milestones and strategic outcomes, enhancing our long-term and short-term objectives
Facilitate effective communication across departments and with local management to maintain focus and visibility on strategic efforts
Prepare presentations on strategy execution and highlights to senior management
Address and resolve challenges, establishing governance frameworks to manage risks and dependencies effectively
Connect with reporting needs from central entities (e.g. Group Strategy, Finance)

Our will work closely with program managers, strategy teams, and other entities within the group, such as Group Strategy and Performance Management, to ensure the consistent implementation of the Forward '28 strategy across various business units.
Most importantly, from day one, you will make a significant impact by driving execution and ensuring transparency in the realization of outcomes.
What you’ll need to succeed
We are looking for a proactive colleague with a strong project management toolbox and strategic understanding. You have a great drive to connect with stakeholders and a good business understanding to translate progress reports and status on milestones and key metrics into “big picture” implications on the overall delivery of strategies. You are a self-starter and will be responsible for your own assignments from day one and we trust that you drive and manage tasks to deliver great results. You are a strong team player and should find it refreshing to work at a high/executive level but also to roll up your sleeves to drive execution.
Your background:

A Master’s degree in a relevant field like economics/business, IT or law
1-2 years of experience in a corporate environment, preferably with exposure to consulting, project management, PMO, communication or strategy execution.
Advanced problem solving and analytical capabilities
Ability to communicate complex subjects clearly and precisely ensuring alignment and understanding with key stakeholders
Structured approach, ability to take ownership and ensure timely, high-quality deliveries

What we offer
You will be joining a diverse and ambitious team with different backgrounds and skillset. In our team, you can expect coaching and support from team-leaders and team members. Our working style is informal, fun and collaborative.
We promise you a steep learning curve with an ongoing exposure to strategy execution. You will build a wide and strong network within Danske Bank, across market areas and at all levels of the organization.
You will have the flexibility of working from home, although we appreciate you to be present in the office 3-4 days per week. Locations for this role include:
Denmark : Bernstorffsgade 40, 1577 København V

Are you interested in joining us on an exciting journey?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Monica Holm Andersen (monho@danskebank.dk), PMO team lead in the PC Strategy Transformation Team. Please note that we are processing applications and inviting for interviews on a continuous basis so please apply as soon as possible and no later than the 6th of October.
We look forward to receiving your application!