The Portfolio Analyst, will support the analysis required across the Business Operations and Transformation function through the use of robust analytical and reporting techniques.The Analyst will deploy methodologies, processes, tools and techniques to drive maximum value in the delivery of effective analyses in partnership other teams across the business.

The Portfolio Analyst, will support the analysis required across the Business Operations and Transformation function through the use of robust analytical and reporting techniques.The Analyst will deploy methodologies, processes, tools and techniques to drive maximum value in the delivery of effective analyses in partnership other teams across the business.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Support analysis to enable required reporting and forecasting across the Business Technology & Transformation (BT&T) function and provide observations and recommendations on insights from the analysis of the metrics and associated reports
• Drive action and improvement through the use of robust analysis and reporting approaches
• Assist in planning and preparation of internal and external reporting requirements for periodic BT&T operational and portfolio reports, CEO and Board packs as required plus any other adhoc reports as necessary
• Track and report on metrics around Data/ Resourcing/ Portfolio and operational measures and ensure they are published through the correct channels as necessary
• Manage and maintain the repositories and intranet areas where Data/ Resource/ Portfolio information and data is stored and provide regular communications on updates and useful information across the BT&T function
• Utilise methodologies, processes, tools and techniques to drive maximum value in the delivery of effective analyses and make recommendations where appropriate.
• Ensure that the principles of Conduct Risk are embedded into your day to day operations to deliver good customer outcomes at all times. 

Qualifications:

• Degree educated- desirable but not essential
• Prince2, Project management, change management and Agile qualifications - desirable but not essential

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Regulated Industry background preference
• Portfolio, Resourcing and/or Data analysis experience with track record of effective execution
• Experience of shaping and analysing opportunities to derive conclusions enabling decisions against Portfolio plans across complex geographical / functional matrix organizations. 
• Experience of analysing opportunities to support portfolio plans for delivery of large, complex, change and technology initiatives and proven background in adapting to trends and openness to new ideas
• Technology appreciation and awareness
• Track record of building effective relationships to enable execution of analysis tasks and delivery plans

Leadership:

• Ensuring innovation activities and outcomes build confidence across all levels with technical and non-technical audiences 
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work independently focusing on priorities, and managing a range of tasks, deadlines, requirements, and decisions
• Effective at making good decisions and delivering great outcomes in in line with BT&T portfolio plans and collaborative worker who freely shares their knowledge and experience 
• Good interpersonal and influencing skills, ability to engage across various internal and external businesses and support functions  to develop, get buy-in and deliver approaches across the innovation area and wider BT&T teams

Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Our employees have a wide range of benefits including a generous pension scheme, life assurance, 25 days’ holiday, private medical insurance, discretionary performance related bonuses, paid overtime, a variety of share schemes, discounts at both a huge range of high street stores and our own great products, your hard work will be rewarded when you join us.