PMO Analyst - Recent public sector experience preferred

Overview
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.Role Overview:We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented
PMO Analyst
to join our Programme Management Office. The ideal candidate will support large-scale transformation projects within the public sector. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality project planning, governance, cost tracking, and reporting support. Experience working in government is highly desirable.Responsibilities
Maintain and support delivery of
project controls , including planning, risk management, issue tracking, change control, and status reporting.Develop and manage detailed
project plans , timelines, milestones, and dependencies using MS Project or other tools.Support
budget and cost control
activities including forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), project health, and delivery assurance metrics.Facilitate
governance forums , prepare high-quality packs for steering groups, programme boards, and other stakeholders.Maintain and enhance
RAID logs
and ensure risks and issues are appropriately escalated and mitigated.Support resource planning and time tracking processes.Ensure consistent application of
PMO standards , processes, and templates.Support audits and assurance reviews, ensuring documentation is complete and compliant with organisational standards.Collaborate with Project Managers, Programme Leads, and Finance teams to ensure project data is current and accurate.Qualifications and Skills
Proven experience in a
PMO Analyst
or
Project Support
role.Strong understanding of
project planning, controls, and governance frameworks .Experience with
cost tracking and financial reporting
in a project/programme environment.Highly proficient with
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project , and
SharePoint .Experience with
project management tools
such as Planview, Primavera, Clarity, or similar.Strong communication skills , both written and verbal – confident in dealing with senior stakeholders.Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time-management skills.Comfortable working in fast-paced, complex environments.Public sector experience
strongly preferred.Prince2, P3O, APM or MSP qualifications (desirable).Familiarity with Agile, Scrum or hybrid delivery methodologies.Benefits and Perks
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.Flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.Private medical insurance through Aviva.Company pension plan through Nest.25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.Employee referral program.Collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.Encouragement to take bold steps and embrace experimentation.Device choice (PC or Mac).Diversity and Inclusion
Amber Labs is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment includes:Valuing diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and ensuring a welcoming, respectful environment.Prohibiting harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting dignity and respect for all.Educating new hires on Diversity and Inclusion policies and rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.Building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.This role at Amber Labs is a
12 Month salary-based FTC position with view to extension, and all employees are required to pass BPSS clearance . We are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type at this time.What Happens Next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, a third and final stage may be included as a discussion with company Partners if deemed necessary.Role Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Information TechnologyIndustries: IT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Amber Labs. Get notified about new Program Management Office Analyst jobs in
London Area, United Kingdom .London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago
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