PMO Analyst

PMO Analyst

Posted 3 days ago by Venesky Brown

£350 Per day
Inside
Remote
Scotland, United Kingdom

Summary: Venesky-Brown is seeking a PMO Analyst/Project Coordinator for a public sector organization in Edinburgh/Glasgow. This initial 3-month contract offers a daily rate of £300-£350 and is primarily remote, with occasional face-to-face meetings required. The role involves supporting project workstreams, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance with PMO governance frameworks. Candidates should have proven experience in project coordination and a strong understanding of project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the planning, delivery, and monitoring of project workstreams across the bid/project.
  • Maintain project documentation, including project plans, risk and issue logs, RAID registers, and highlight reports.
  • Coordinate project meetings, workshops, and steering committee sessions, including agenda preparation, meeting notes, and follow-up actions.
  • Monitor project progress, identifying potential issues and risks, and escalating appropriately.
  • Assist with the preparation of programme reports and dashboards for senior management and stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with PMO governance frameworks, standards, and methodologies.
  • Support resource planning, budgeting, and scheduling across multiple workstreams.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a PMO Analyst, Project Coordinator, or similar role, preferably within the public sector.
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (PRINCE2, MSP, Agile, or equivalent).
  • Experience preparing reports, dashboards, and project documentation for senior stakeholders.
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint) and MS Office Suite.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Salary (Rate): £350 daily

City: Edinburgh/Glasgow

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh/Glasgow, is currently looking to recruit a PMO Analyst/Project Coordinator for an initial 3 month contract with potential to extend on a rate of £300-£350/day (Inside IR35). This role will be remote working with availability for face-to-face meetings in Glasgow/Edinburgh.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the planning, delivery, and monitoring of project workstreams across the bid/project.
  • Maintain project documentation, including project plans, risk and issue logs, RAID registers, and highlight reports.
  • Coordinate project meetings, workshops, and steering committee sessions, including agenda preparation, meeting notes, and follow-up actions.
  • Monitor project progress, identifying potential issues and risks, and escalating appropriately.
  • Assist with the preparation of programme reports and dashboards for senior management and stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with PMO governance frameworks, standards, and methodologies.
  • Support resource planning, budgeting, and scheduling across multiple workstreams.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills:

  • Proven experience as a PMO Analyst, Project Coordinator, or similar role, preferably within the public sector.
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (PRINCE2, MSP, Agile, or equivalent).
  • Experience preparing reports, dashboards, and project documentation for senior stakeholders.
  • Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint) and MS Office Suite.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable Skills:

  • Professional project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM, or Agile certification).
  • Knowledge of public sector governance and compliance standards.
  • Experience in contract delivery and solution development
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs.
  • Proactive, flexible, and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Collaborative and supportive team player.
  • Ability to work independently when required and take initiative.

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