Project Analyst, AVP

Join our digital revolution in NatWest Digital XIn everything we do, we work to one aim. To make digital experiences which are effortless and secure.So we organise ourselves around three principles: engineer, protect, and operate. We engineer simple solutions, we protect our customers, and we operate smarter.Our people work differently depending on their jobs and needs. From hybrid working to flexible hours, we have plenty of options that help our people to thrive.This role is based in India and as such all normal working days must be carried out in India.Join us as a Project Analyst

• This is an opportunity to support our project managers to develop the design, build and delivery of the project scope within time, cost, quality and risk profile
• You’ll have the chance to make a tangible impact on the function, while benefiting from great development opportunities
• Hone your existing analytical skills and advance your career in this critical role
• We're offering this role at associate vice president level
  

What you'll do
In your new role, you'll prepare and develop aspects of project plans, controls and resource plans as directed by project managers. You’ll establish and manage key progress check points to be monitored and controlled by senior colleagues, and provide status reports to senior colleagues showing the progress against plans and making sure that the project remains in scope.This role supports the Chief of Staff in delivering key strategic initiatives for the Country Head’s office by managing high-impact projects, tracking progress, and ensuring timely reporting of risks and dependencies. It also plays a vital role in coordinating CEO office engagements such as townhalls and leadership connects, while maintaining operational efficiency through calendar and diary management. The role ensures meetings are effective by capturing notes, tracking follow-ups, and prioritising requests. With a blend of project management and executive support, it enables smooth execution of priorities and alignment across senior stakeholders.You’ll also:

• Provide support with the traceability matrix
• Support the business requirements process and make sure that there is a platform for requirements to be gathered consistently against business objectives
• Identify resource requirements against the project plans
• Track, report on and realise project benefits
• Manage, or assure, any project risks, assumptions, issues and dependencies
• Conduct data analysis as required and depending on experience
  

The skills you'll need
We’re looking for someone with experience of change management and detailed knowledge and experience of the project lifecycle. You’ll have good organisational skills with the ability to plan and manage your workload effectively, and you’ll need to have a keen eye for detail.You’ll also need:

• Experience of at least 8 years in coordinating CEO office engagements, meetings, and follow-ups
• Knowledge of handling calendar, diary, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations
• An awareness of flexible working environments and challenges
• Experience in supporting trategic project planning, execution, and progress tracking
• Good communication and relationship management skills
• The ability to manage risks, issues, and dependencies across key initiatives