PMO Analyst

2 weeks ago

London UK, UK, United Kingdom Viasat Full time

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

International Government

Viasat’s International Government business unit delivers against the requirements for voice, data and video services with demand for global availability and utmost reliability. Whether a military commander on operations, a government official responding to a local emergency or a head of state conducting international affairs, Viasat provides them with essential access to voice and broadband data, where and when they need it.

Job Description

Primary role purpose:

The satellite industry is undergoing unprecedented changes as new entrants and technological advances fundamentally transform the market. To stay at the forefront of this fast-changing landscape, the Strategy and Growth Programmes team leads the charge for International Government in developing and executing strategies and plans that keep Viasat competitive in our markets today and into the future.

One such initiative is the Chorus product portfolio, through which the International Government seeks to expand its satellite communications business in the global aeronautical market segment. We are looking to provide a scalable and flexible beyond-line-of-sight communication solution for regional operations to disseminate mission system data in real-time from airborne platforms to key end-users. The programme is expected to deliver a compelling platform-based solution for this segment backed by a comprehensive go-to-market and capture strategy.

The role of Programme PMO is to support the Programme Management Team including:

  • Tracking status of programme deliverables and milestones
  • Supporting the adoption of the project lifecycle and deliverables
  • Programme level risk and issue co-ordination
  • Monitoring the status of projects transitioning into normal service
  • Coordination of the regular project and programme-level reporting cycles
  • Co-ordination of project governance arrangements

Additional responsibilities include assisting the Programme Manager with maintaining the project management processes, standards and governance, assisting Project Managers on large projects, and co-ordinating activities in support of quality objectives.

At times the PMO Analyst may be asked to provide project support; when this is the case, this will include, amongst other things:

  • Ensuring project plans and project documentation are complete and up-to-date
  • Provide regular project status updates

Main Activities and Responsibilities

Responsibilities for supporting the Programme include:

Governance & Control

  • Implement governance standards across the programme, including tracking, monitoring, and updating the status of programme deliverables.
  • Manage programme-level Lessons Learned repository; attend Project Review meetings to identify key areas of improvement to be captured into the Lessons Learned repository.
  • Manage the programme-level risk and issue registers.
  • Assist the Programme Manager in tracking and managing programme dependencies.
  • Carry out assurance review processes as required by the Programme Manager, and ensure all projects comply with programme management standards.
  • Proactively identify and address communication challenges and conflicts.

Planning, Reporting & Control

  • Ensure project plans are created and maintained, and deliverables tracked against time.
  • Update and administer the project plans as required using reports from Workstream Leads and the outcomes of project meetings and workshops.
  • Facilitate meetings and workshops to ensure effective communication and information flow, and take / track key actions and outputs.
  • Prepare consolidated material from project reports for monthly review.
  • Organise workshops to identify areas of improvement for projects, documenting recommendations and presenting them to the Programme Manager
  • Continue to evolve processes and templates throughout the project lifecycle.

PMO Analyst responsibilities when providing project support include:

Project Management

  • Assisting Project Managers on streams of other large projects
  • Co-ordination of publication, review and sign-off of major Project Management deliverables
  • Ensuring project plans are created and maintained, deliverables tracked against time
  • Ensuring programme resources are completing timesheets
  • Managing project risks, issues and change control, communicating the impact to the project

Qualifications

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential:

  • Degree or equivalent
  • Formal PM certification: can be Prince2, Agile, or other PM-specific qualification

Experience

Essential:

  • Experience of programme co-ordination / administration
  • Experience of managing small projects, or exposure to the end-to-end project lifecycle, or managing substantial parts of the project lifecycle
  • Experience of working within a structured project management framework
  • Knowledge of project management tools and techniques
  • Highly organised, detail oriented and self-motivated
  • Able to work with remote teams, including US and Australia
  • Prefer previous experience with Satellite Communications (SATCOM) roles in a Satellite service provider company

Work Based Competencies

Essential:

  • Knowledge and experience of Microsoft packages:
    • Critical:
      • MS Project (ideally MS Project for Web)
      • MS Teams
      • Excel
    • Essential
      • Powerpoint, Word.
  • Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
  • Understanding of the importance for detail and organisation
  • Skill at managing stakeholder groups and balancing diplomacy and tact with assertiveness
  • Ability to challenge constructively and have an eye for detail around dates, costs, risks and issues
  • Very good prioritisation skills to balance key priorities
  • A strong stakeholder-centric approach

Behavioural Competencies

Essential:

  • Strives to do the "right thing", not just the "easy thing"
  • Is effective in unifying and creating teams of people with disparate skills
  • Is courageous and decisive, prioritises effectively, maintains a clear focus and sees action through to delivery
  • Is energetic, determined, positive, goal focussed and consistent - even under pressure
  • Builds trust and demonstrates integrity in all circumstances

  • PMO Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Omni Full time

    Job Title: PMO Analyst | Circa £300/£350 p.day Location: East MidlandsOur client is seeking a skilled PMO Analyst to join their Technology Business Office during an exciting restructuring phase.In this role, you’ll support the Programme Management Office (PMO), particularly within an Enterprise PMO (EPMO) environment, ensuring projects adhere to...

  • PMO Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Spectrum Search Full time

    We are seeking a skilled PMO Analyst to join our client in the defence sector. This role is integral to the successful operation of the Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring robust execution of tasks, process improvement, and effective project lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PMO operations, with the ability to...

  • PMO Analyst

    4 days ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Robert Half Full time

    Robert Half is supporting their client, a Global Consulting Firm, in looking for a PMO Analyst to partner with them and their end client to help with a large-scale technical infrastructure work stream programme for an initial 6-month interim basis.Contract Assignment Details:Hybrid working in London; approximately 1-2 days on site required.£300-400 per day...

  • Senior PMO Analyst

    1 month ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Auricoe Full time

    A renowned aerospace / engineering organisation in Uxbridge, West London requires a Senior PMO Analyst / Business Analyst, with data warehousing skills, responsible for developing, maintaining and controlling the processes and systems required to record / report on project status updates. Working with various stakeholders across the organisation, you’ll...

  • PMO Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Michael James Associates Full time

    PMO Analyst - LondonMy client, an insurance organisation in London, is looking for a permanent PMO Analyst. You will ideally come from a Financial Services background, with a minimum of 3 years working as a PMO Analyst or similar type of role.You must be a confident and energetic person, with strong all round PMO skills.Key skills include:Excellent knowledge...

  • PMO Analyst

    4 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom James Adams Full time

    James Adams is currently looking for an experience PMO Analyst with experience on delivering IT projects. This is a brand new permanent position working hybrid remotely in Birmingham.Role Responsibilities include: Track project information & report on progress for efficient execution.Analyze data to recommend improved project practices.Create reports for...

  • Program Management Office Analyst

    3 days ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Azets Full time

    Who are AzetsAzets are a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics, we have over a wide network of employees and an abundance of inspiring opportunities to join one of our many offices!We are a top ten accountancy firm in the UK and are the number one largest SME practice.The opportunityThe PMO Analyst...

  • Governance & Assurance Consultant / Senior PMO Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Spectrum Search Full time

    Governance & Assurance Consultant / Senior PMO AnalystSector: DefenceLocation: Remote, UKAre you an experienced PMO professional with a passion for governance and assurance within the Defence sector? We are seeking a skilled Governance & Assurance Consultant / Senior PMO Analyst to join our team on a remote basis. This role is critical in ensuring the...

  • Contract PMO Analyst

    1 month ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom X4 Technology Full time

    X4 Technology are offering the opportunity for a PMO Analyst to join a large scale loan portfolio optimisation and transformation programme, on an initial 6 month day-rate contract basis. The scope of the engagement is 1.5-2+ years with a day-rate of £400/d inside IR35 depending on experience.In response to regulatory legislation, our client is kicking off...

  • PMO Lead – Rednal – Permanent

    3 days ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Crimson Full time

    PMO Lead – Rednal – PermanentOnsite up to 3 days per week – Hybrid workingSalary up to £50,000PMO Lead required for a leading client based in in Birmingham. My client is currently seeking a PMO Lead to come on board to Lead a comprehensive project focused on implementing a full-scale stock solution across the client’s operations. This solution will...

  • PMO Specialist

    3 days ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Investigo Full time

    PMO Specialist – Transformation/Change - Midlands BasedUp to 50k – Birmingham based office – however home-working & some travel to sites expectedPMO Specialist required for a large-scale organisation that is progressing through an exciting transformation of it’s systems and technology. As a result, an experience PMO Analyst/Manager is required to...

  • Program Management Office Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Michael James Associates Full time

    PMO Analyst Permanent 1-2 days a week in LondonI am currently on the look out for a strong PMO analyst to join a Insurance client of ours. Ideally with brilliant a self starting nature who can work closely with Senior stakeholders to lead projects and generally get things done. This role has brilliant opportunities for growth within a strong and growing...

  • Program Management Office Analyst

    3 days ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Diligenta - a subsidiary of Tata Consultancy Services Full time

    PMO AnalystWho are Diligenta?Diligenta's vision is to be acknowledged as Best in-class Platform based Life and Pensions Administration Service provider. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do, and our aim is to transform our clients' operations. A business that has been described as 'home' by existing employees, we drive a...

  • Director of IT PMO

    3 days ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Blackfield Associates Full time

    ole SummaryThe Director of IT PMO, UK leads the management of GxP and Corporate Functional projects, providing oversight and line management to a team of UK-based project managers. This role requires strong leadership in a matrix environment, promoting best practices to ensure successful project delivery. The Director ensures project managers have the...

  • PMO Manager

    4 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Peregrine Full time

    Join us a SEO PMO Manager for our client the Home Office.At Peregrine, we’re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector – we are always in search of the best...

  • Portfolio Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Pontoon Solutions Full time

    Portfolio AnalystInitial 6 month duration (potential to extend)Hybrid working - 2 days a week in a Warwick officePontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual...

  • Project Analyst

    1 month ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom InfoSec People Ltd Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a established award winning insurance firm. We are looking for a Project Analyst to provide analytical, administrative, and operational support to ensure the smooth execution of projects and small change. Main Responsibilities and Duties:Support the PMO Manager in the preparation, development and maintenance of...

  • Security business system analyst

    1 month ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Response Informatics Full time

    Bachelor's or master’s degree in business administration, Engineering or Analytics.Minimum 5+ years of overall experience with at least 3+ years’ experience as a Business Analyst or similar role, preferably in the Fintech industry.Must have experience as a Business Analyst with SecurityBusiness requirements experience.SQL skills and/or XML skills...

  • Program Management Office Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom Reed Talent Solutions Full time

    DV CLEARED Security Cleared Professional - PMO Analyst:Location: LondonSalary: Band D (Specific salary not provided)Job Type: Full-timeVetting Level: DV Clearance Live is mandatory, STRAP RequiredWe are seeking a PMO Analyst to join the UK's largest Police Force within the Change Pillar. The successful candidate will support the delivery of projects and...

  • Senior Portfolio Analyst

    4 weeks ago

    UK, UK, United Kingdom eTeam Full time

    Job Title: Senior Portfolio AnalystLocation: Aldermaston, Reading, UKJob Type: Full Time Contract, 18 MonthsWork Model: HybridKey Accountabilities:• Provides complex analysis of governance, reporting outputs and programmatic data to track key activities, plans, budgets, issues, and risks across all the Client portfolios.• Analyses the portfolio to...