Lancaster University
PMO Analyst - 0578-26
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PMO Analyst
ISS - Customer, Strategy & Governance
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-time indefinite)
Closing Date: Friday 14 August 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 02 September 2026
Reference: 0578-26
Please note: this job is only available to current employees of Lancaster University
Lancaster University are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive PMO Analyst to join our Project Management Office within the Information Systems Services Department (ISS). This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of strategic and operational projects that enhance teaching, research, student experience, and institutional effectiveness.
Working in the Project Management Office (PMO) and reporting to the Head of Projects and Portfolio the role will be responsible for providing high quality PMO analysis, support and project governance activities. With a focus on collating and analysing information across the portfolio, producing key reports and providing insights for governance boards. Fulfilling the role of secretariat for several governance groups and is expected to undertake assignments across project and/or service functions as required.
You will work in close collaboration with the programme team and wider stakeholders, building effective working relationships at all levels and offering support.
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Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for tracking project, programme and portfolio metrics: milestones, resource requirements/capacity, risks, issues, benefits and change control management for ISS projects and programmes aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.
- Support the design, build & implementation of project tools and systems, including the team’s intranet, PPM tools, Jira and capacity planning tools. Looking at innovations to improve practices and processes
- Facilitating lessons learned and knowledge sharing across the relevant communities of practice
- Work closely with project managers, academic departments, and professional services to ensure alignment and compliance with governance processes.
- Manage the ISS Resource portfolio, including assigning resources, highlighting risk
About You
You will bring:
- Experience working in a Project Analyst role
- Knowledge and experience of Project delivery governance approaches and techniques
- Experience of Resource Management across a project delivery portfolio
- Experience of coaching and the confidence to provide constructive challenge
- Be able to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team and develop effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including academic and professional staff.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills
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The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options to support a positive work-life balance. We would expect a minimum of 2 days a week in the office.
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