Senior PMO Analyst
Practicus · United Kingdom
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A leading international business advisory and professional services group is expanding its centralised Enterprise PMO function.This isn't a hand-holding role where you'll be buried under rigid corporate red tape. Instead, you’ll join a forward-thinking, agile team reporting directly to Head of PMO leadership. You will take genuine co-ownership of high-visibility transformation portfolios, spanning cutting-edge AI initiatives, full-scale ERP implementations, and international Target Operating Model (TOM) redesigns.If you are looking for true flexibility, high-level executive exposure, and a clear runway to shape a maturing PMO function, this is the role for you.What You’ll Be DoingPortfolio Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility for a dedicated sub-portfolio across UK and international business units.Maturing EPMO Capabilities: Lead the continuous improvement of core delivery frameworks, with a sharp focus on benefit forecasting & realisation, RAID management, and budget tracking.Strategic Portfolio Tiering: Drive pragmatic assurance across projects, providing deep-dive support for strategic transformation programs while maintaining streamlined oversight for business as usual initiatives.Cross-Project Intelligence: Solve key operational challenges by mapping cross-project dependencies, resource capacity, and robust business case alignment.Stakeholder Coaching & Engagement: Work closely with project leads and sponsors across decentralised divisions, coaching non-traditional PMs on best-practice delivery and securing buy-in across all levels.Executive Assurance: Synthesize complex project data into clear, actionable reporting for executive committees and group transformation leadership.What We’re Looking ForEPMO Expertise: Proven background as a PMO Analyst or Senior PMO Analyst within dynamic, fast-paced, or transforming environments (e.g., challenger banking, scaling tech/Fintech, Financial services).Methodologies: Strong understanding of project and program lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).Proactive "Solution Builder" Mindset: You don't just push tasks or accept static templates; you proactively spot gaps, design frameworks, and present improved ways of working.Core PMO Discipline: Hands-on experience in cross-project dependency mapping, resource capacity planning, project assurance, and benefit tracking.Agility & Commercial Flair: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and operating in decentralised businesses moving away from heavy red tape toward tailored, value-add governance.Modern PMO Tools: Experience using modern portfolio management repositories such as Asana is a distinct advantage.Desirable AttributesProficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Experience with project financials, budgeting, and forecasting. PMO certifications (e.g., P3O, PMO Practitioner) or project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP). Background in supporting lessons learned workshops, retrospectives, and continuous improvement planning. Why Apply?100% Remote Autonomy: Work fully from home anywhere in the UK with a culture that truly respects work-life balance and schedule flexibility.High Impact & Visibility: Directly shape how major strategic investments (AI, ERP, TOM) deliver measurable value to board level.Streamlined Hiring Process: A candidate-friendly, single-stage interview process featuring a practical scenario-based exercise (no endless multi-round interviews or formal slide deck preparations required!).Ready to Take the Next Step?If you're ready to step up, own your portfolio, and elevate your transformation career in a modern, flexible environment, we want to hear from you!