PMO Analyst
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced PMO Analyst to join our multi-disciplinary Business Operations Team. The team is the information hub for projects portfolios and programmes within the Client Delivery / Professional Services business unit and is now growing to support the full UK business and underpin the success of all business units.
This role will focus on supporting project managers in an assigned portfolio through controls reporting and analysis to allow the successful delivery of projects. The successful candidate will also collaborate with Business Operations colleagues to define implement control and enhance processes to continually improve our service offering.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Governance Process and Tooling: Provide expert guidance and support to the Delivery community to ensure compliance with SBS project governance processes and standards. Identify opportunities to improve the control and quality of project delivery across the business and work with Business Ops colleagues to implement these initiatives.
- Portfolio Reporting and Analysis: Use analytical tools to interpret datasets identify trends and provide actionable insights. Develop and present reports dashboards and visualizations to communicate findings to support overall portfolio governance and decision making.
- Commercial Support: Use your in-depth knowledge of the projects support the project manager in controlling forecasting and reporting the financial health of a project. Collaborate with finance team and account management to track project statements of work change control notices invoicing & purchase orders to ensure Client Delivery and the UK lending business meet their financial targets.
Qualifications :
- Experience: Minimum two years financial PMO experience.
- Attitude: Enthusiasm positive attitude and ability to build strong working relationships. Flexibility to pick up and handover tasks based on availability of part time members of the team.
- Analytical Skills: Excellent numerical and analytical skills and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret complex data and provide meaningful insights.
- Working Style: Strong organisational and time management skills. Enjoys a mix of working independently contributing to a team and taking the lead on some initiatives. Proven ability to work under pressure manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively in all forms. Assertiveness to influence project stakeholders and confidence to uphold standards.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office toolset with an emphasis on Excel and experience of working with an integrated PPM tool. Visual Basic/Macro skills and Power BI proficiency are desirable but not essential.
- Additional experience: Experience of the UK Financial Services sector software implementation projects and a PM or PMO related qualification would be beneficial but not essential.
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Additional Information :
Budget: 35000 - 42000 per annum
At our organization we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.
All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 52,000* employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to- ... View more