Portfolio Analyst, AVP

Join us as a Portfolio Analyst

• Youll be accountable for the provision of investment planning and transformation portfolio design services by supporting all aspects of our portfolio management approach
• Working closely with the Portfolio Manager, youll ensure that we continue to complete accurate monthly reporting and assurance activities required by our senior leaders
• Youll enjoy considerable variety as well as stakeholder engagement
• We're offering this role at associate vice president level

Well look to you to lead activities in the development of the strategic investment portfolio, working closely with the Portfolio Manager and taking ownership of a calendar of events and ceremonies. Partnering with stakeholders, youll review and help manage the approval process of financial business cases and youll support all aspects of programme and project governance.

Youll also:

• Develop components of the investment plan, ensuring it incorporates the budget, cost, and benefits forecast requirements for both current and future years and aligns to our strategic priorities
• Provide MI and analysis to identify recommendations that support the decision making around the resourcing and scheduling of programmes
• Provide support in the provision of the rolling wave strategic themed investment plan
• Drive continuous improvement

Were looking for someone with knowledge and experience of portfolio management theories, models, and practices including scaled Agile frameworks and Prince 2 methodologies. Youll also have experience of delivering portfolio analysis in a technology or IT environment.

Along with a background in an Agile and DevOps environment, youll have experience working with portfolio managers, release train managers, and product owners to conduct regular reviews of the investment portfolio and backlog, challenging the status quo, driving informed decision making about portfolio priorities, and ensuring risks are considered.

In addition to this, youll demonstrate:

• 8 to 12 years of experience in end-to-end financial operations, including reporting, budget analysis, cost-benefit forecasting, and resource planning
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for financial reporting, budgeting, and data analysis
• Strong analytical and communication skills to interpret data, present insights, and challenge assumptions effectively
• The ability to work with the delivery team and product owners at all levels

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