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Anita Mullins

Birmingham,West Midlands

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in programme and project management, financial management, and organisation leadership. Demonstrates exceptional skills in effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative working. Proven track record in team building & management, team leadership, and risk, issue & dependency management. Committed to driving organisational success through strategic planning and execution.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6043
6043
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of Portfolio Delivery

Mid Counties Cooperative
Warwick, Warwickshire
02.2023 - 02.2025
  • Collaborate across society-wide business areas to develop and deliver change roadmap that aligns with business vision and strategy
  • Lead programme management governance function, providing society wide assurance for portfolio delivery
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality, ensuring alignment with business strategies and successful outcomes for both IT and non-IT initiatives
  • Drive financial planning and present capital project proposals, while motivating and engaging project delivery team
  • Foster collaboration with senior management, external vendors, and stakeholders to achieve project goals
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Programme and Solutions Manager

Mid Counties Cooperative
Warwick, Warwickshire
09.2020 - 02.2023
  • Led HR and Finance programmes within Business Improvements team, overseeing stakeholder engagement, project governance, and budget management
  • Developed and implemented processes, governance, and documentation for newly formed team, establishing strong working practices
  • Directed IFS Finance and HR system upgrade, major business transformation project affecting all business areas and colleagues
  • Coordinated with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful project delivery, including requirements gathering, risk management, and process improvement

Programme Manager

Birmingham Children's Trust
Birmingham, Birmingham
04.2019 - 09.2020
  • Developed and executed Accommodation Strategy for the Children's Trust, managing multiple projects including relocation of teams and refurbishment of facilities
  • Partnered with Birmingham City Council on property-related issues, providing advice and support to Trust colleagues

Programme Manager

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital, Mental Health Services
Birmingham, Birmingham
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Led Children and Young People's Mental Health Transformation Programme, overseeing multiple projects under Five Year Forward View
  • Managed commissioner-funded budget, ensuring all projects were delivered within financial constraints
  • Implemented project management software, streamlining processes and improving project visibility across teams

Estates Project Manager

Birmingham Children's Hospital
Birmingham, Birmingham
04.2016 - 11.2017
  • Managed urgent estates-related projects, developing long-term plans to address operational issues
  • Led development of new services within Urgent Care, including establishment of bed management service and mental health unit

Project Manager/Site Manager

Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry
Birmingham, Birmingham
10.2013 - 06.2016
  • Acted as main point of contact between Tenant Representative, Landlord, and Contractor, managing all contractual processes and communication
  • Ensured smooth delivery of construction projects, including snagging and reconciliation processes post-completion

Project Manager

Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust - Solihull
Solihull, West Midlands
10.2012 - 03.2013
  • Conducted review of use of mobile technology within Community Services arm of acute trust
  • Involved scoping current arrangements, interviewing heads of services, meeting with senior managers and providing final recommendation report of options that were available to the Trust

Workforce Information & Training Manager

Solihull Primary Care Trust - Solihull, West Midlands
Solihull, Solihull
11.2009 - 10.2012

Training Manager

Solihull Primary Care Trust - Solihull
Solihull, West Midlands
06.2008 - 11.2009

Project Lead / Systems Manager & Support

Solihull Primary Care Trust - Solihull, West Midlands
06.2006 - 06.2008

Education

Qualified Prince 2 Practitioner - Project Management, ICT

PRINCE 2 TRAINING CENTRE
Birmingham

Information and Communication Technologies at Work -

OPEN UNIVERSITY
Birmingham

Understanding Health and Social Care - Health and Social Care, Office Administration Certificate, Business

OPEN UNIVERSITY
Birmingham

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ST PHILLIPS SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

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HOLY TRINITY RC SECONDARY SCHOOL

Skills

  • EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
  • STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
  • COLLABORATIVE WORKING
  • TEAM BUILDING & MANAGEMENT
  • TEAM LEADERSHIP
  • ORGANISATION LEADERSHIP
  • PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • RISK, ISSUE, & DEPENDENCY MANAGEMENT
  • FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

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Timeline

Head of Portfolio Delivery

Mid Counties Cooperative
02.2023 - 02.2025

Programme and Solutions Manager

Mid Counties Cooperative
09.2020 - 02.2023

Programme Manager

Birmingham Children's Trust
04.2019 - 09.2020

Programme Manager

Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital, Mental Health Services
11.2018 - 04.2019

Estates Project Manager

Birmingham Children's Hospital
04.2016 - 11.2017

Project Manager/Site Manager

Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry
10.2013 - 06.2016

Project Manager

Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust - Solihull
10.2012 - 03.2013

Workforce Information & Training Manager

Solihull Primary Care Trust - Solihull, West Midlands
11.2009 - 10.2012

Training Manager

Solihull Primary Care Trust - Solihull
06.2008 - 11.2009

Project Lead / Systems Manager & Support

Solihull Primary Care Trust - Solihull, West Midlands
06.2006 - 06.2008

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ST PHILLIPS SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

GCSES - undefined

HOLY TRINITY RC SECONDARY SCHOOL

Qualified Prince 2 Practitioner - Project Management, ICT

PRINCE 2 TRAINING CENTRE

Information and Communication Technologies at Work -

OPEN UNIVERSITY

Understanding Health and Social Care - Health and Social Care, Office Administration Certificate, Business

OPEN UNIVERSITY

Volunteering Experience

Samaritans Support Volunteer, Birmingham Branch, 05/2024, PRESENT, Completed comprehensive training to provide emotional support to individuals in distress or experiencing challenging situations. As a Samaritans volunteer, I actively listen, offer empathy, and create a safe space for callers to express their feelings without judgment. My role requires strong communication skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. This experience has enhanced my understanding of mental health issues and equipped me with valuable skills in active listening, compassion, and maintaining confidentiality.

References

References available upon request.
Anita Mullins