Portfolio analyst, AVP

Job Description

Join us as a Portfolio Analyst You ll 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, you ll ensure that we continue to complete accurate monthly reporting and assurance activities required by our senior leaders You ll enjoy considerable variety as well as stakeholder engagement Were offering this role at associate vice president level What youll doWe ll 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, you ll review and help manage the approval process of financial business cases and you ll support all aspects of programme and project governance. You ll 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 cost management of programmes Provide support in the provision of the rolling wave resourcing and financial plans Drive continuous improvement The skills youll need We re looking for someone with knowledge and experience of portfolio management theories, models, and practices including scaled Agile frameworks and Prince 2 methodologies. You ll also have experience of delivering portfolio analysis in a technology or IT environment. Along with a background in an Agile and DevOps environment, you ll 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, you ll demonstrate: Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint Highly analytical - able to analyse complex and voluminous data to reach robust conclusions Strong communication skills with the ability to challenge The ability to work with the delivery team and product owners at all levels Hours 45 Job Posting Closing Date: 26/05/2025