PMO Governance and Assurance Lead 3 Months Contract London Based 400 inside IR35 A top-tier consultancy is seeking a PMO Governance and Assurance Lead to act as the primary authority on delivery standards for a flagship transformation programme.In this role, you will manage the frameworks that ensure every milestone is met with precision and remains fully compliant with contract requirements. You will bridge the gap between rigorous oversight and the fast-paced needs of a major BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) environmentKey ResponsibilitiesOwn the programme''s governance standards, ensuring they are applied consistently across all workstreams.Lead "Gate" reviews to ensure work is ready for submission and aligns with payment milestones.Work with legal and commercial teams to embed SLAs, KPIs, and service standards into the delivery process.Lead independent audits and health checks to identify risks and keep the programme "audit-ready".Turn complex data into clear, high-level updates for senior leadership and client stakeholders.To be successful, you will bring: A proven track record of heading up PMO governance or assurance for major, multi-million-pound programmes.Prior experience navigating the specific pressures of a BPO or multi-tower outsourcing contract, including a deep understanding of payment-linked milestones and SLAs.Expert knowledge of Stage-Gate processes, RAID management, and compliance frameworks.Ideally, you will hold a P3O, MSP, PMP, or PRINCE2 qualifica