Portfolio Management Officer

6 days ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Portfolio Management Officer to join our Digital and Data team at the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA). As a key member of our team, you will work closely with our Senior Programme Manager to implement project management standards and best practices across the team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Senior Programme Manager in implementing project management standards and best practices across the team.
  • Take service management responsibility for project management tooling and process adoption.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to enhance the functionality and usability of project management tools, taking on project work as required.
  • Facilitate project meetings and workshops as required, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among project teams.
  • Oversee portfolio governance activities, including stage gate reviews, implementation of improvements in project processes.
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external project governance frameworks.
  • Monitor portfolio progress and performance.
  • Provide data analysis and reporting to support decision-making.
  • Coordinate with project stakeholders to gather and communicate project updates and findings.
  • Manage data within project management tools, working closely with project managers to improve accuracy and integrity.
  • Compile information for portfolio board packs, ensuring that all necessary documentation is accurate and complete.
  • Manage risk, issue, dependency, and change control, tracking and reporting, working with project managers.
  • Manage portfolio finance, including budget tracking, financial reporting, and providing insights on financial performance to support strategic decision-making.
Requirements
  • Project management or PMO qualification, or experience in a similar role.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks, such as PRINCE2.
  • Strong time management skills on concurrent schedules with tight deadlines.
  • Excellent teamworking and networking skills, but with an ability to work independently and take a lead role as required.
  • Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Competency in delivery support, including risk, issue, change, and dependency management.
  • Competency in financial management and reporting within a project context.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detail.
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days paid annual leave, and more.
  • Hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility between working in the office and at home.
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace, committed to creating a modern, agile workplace.

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