Role Title: Lead Portfolio Analyst We anticipate paying a salary from £57,600 - £72,000 Doe Location: Derby, Manchester OR Warrington offices The Portfolio Analyst is accountable for providing portfolio management support to the Portfolio Manager and Programme and Project Delivery management support to the Delivery teams, enabling them with best practice process, practices and tools. They will also collaborate with the delivery teams to collect, analyse, and monitor project data and generate project progress reports. They will also support the team in the delivery of improvement initiatives · Management of performance dashboards and generating reports to monitor the performance indicators and milestones achieved for projects in the DigIT portfolio. · Reviewing projects prioritisation against business strategy and objectives · Developing standards and processes to ensure a consistent method of delivery within the IT demand & delivery management processes. · Engagement with the broader PMO function to ensure project performance is communicated in accordance with the reporting schedule and dependencies between portfolio’s are identified and managed. · Supporting the delivery teams with maintaining schedules and plans, financial monitoring, maintaining benefits, risks, actions and issues, dependency, and resource management as well as documentation and communication. · Enable coaching, support and monitoring to project teams to ensure process knowledge and compliance Essential Skills & Competencies · Portfolio Management (POMG) – Oversees portfolio performance and alignment. · Business Analysis (BUAN) – Applies analytical techniques to assess business impact. · Information Management (IRMG) – Ensures effective use of data and information. · Measurement (MEAS) – Designs and implements performance metrics. · Data Visualisation (VISL) – Creates compelling visual representations of data. · Analytics (INAN) – Applies statistical and predictive analytics to portfolio data. · Advanced Excel: Power Query, Power Pivot, VBA, dynamic dashboards. · Power BI: DAX (Data Analysis Expressions), data modelling, custom visuals, time series analysis. · Data Governance: Understanding of data quality, lineage, and compliance. · Project Tools: Familiarity with PPM tools (e.g., MS Project, Azure Dev Ops). Why Join Us? You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills. Our Application Process Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are: • Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance • Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check • Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check We are Rolls-Royce SMR A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents. Our culture At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture. Why join us? You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive. What we offer At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance. Your career journey At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls-Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career. Our Team | Rolls-Royce SMR Join our talent community We're always on the lookout for the best talent. 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