Project Analyst

As a Project Analyst within the Strategic Transformation Office, you will play a key role in driving transparency, governance, and performance across the organisation's transformation portfolio. You will support the execution of strategic initiatives through robust reporting, data-driven insights, and quality assurance — enabling senior leaders to make informed decisions and ensuring projects deliver measurable business value.

What You'll Do:

Project & Portfolio Reporting

• Analyse and consolidate project and portfolio performance data, producing clear, actionable reports to support management decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and presentations for Transformation Committees, SteerCos, and senior leadership.

Portfolio Governance & Standards

• Support the implementation and maintenance of portfolio governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with established standards and methodologies.
• Monitor adherence to project lifecycle processes and ensure consistent application across transformation programmes.

Assurance & Quality Control

• Oversee quality assurance processes to ensure that all projects meet defined standards, controls, and documentation requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of data entered into systems of record across all transformation programmes.

Data Analysis

• Gather, interpret, and analyse project and portfolio data to identify performance trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop dashboards and visual reports (e.g., on WAVE) to provide timely, data-driven insights to stakeholders.

Change Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business units, project managers, and transformation leads to promote best practices in portfolio management.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders to enhance visibility, alignment, and adoption of portfolio governance processes.

Tool & Template Management

• Develop, refine, and standardise project management templates and tools for consistent use across the organisation.
• Continuously enhance reporting and documentation systems to improve efficiency and data accuracy.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project data and provide meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging effectively with all levels of the organisation.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in tracking, documentation, and reporting.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2, PMBOK) and portfolio governance principles.
• Proficiency with project and portfolio management tools and reporting systems (e.g., WAVE, Power BI, MS Project).
• Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.