IT Portfolio and Assurance Analyst

Cadent Gas Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas distribution company in Coventry is seeking a Portfolio and Assurance Analyst to influence and ensure the success of strategic initiatives. You will play a crucial role in monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has proven experience in change management and governance frameworks, with excellent communication skills. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in change management, project delivery, or portfolio assurance.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks and performance monitoring.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and manage resistance to change.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight to key programmes and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Change management and/or project management accreditation

Job description

Cadent Gas Ltd



Drive excellence in portfolio delivery and assurance


Be the guiding force behind strategic initiatives and governance.

As our Portfolio and Assurance Analyst, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring our projects and programmes deliver value, stay aligned with strategic goals, and meet governance standards. You’ll work across teams to embed best practices, monitor performance, and support decision-making with insightful reporting.

This isn’t just about oversight — it’s about enabling success, building confidence, and ensuring change lands effectively across the organisation.




Why you'll love this role:


This is a high-impact role where your expertise in portfolio management and assurance will shape how we deliver change.


- Strategic Oversight – Influence the success of key programmes and initiatives.
- Governance Champion – Ensure compliance with frameworks and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborative Environment – Work with stakeholders across the business.
- Insightful Reporting – Provide clarity and confidence through robust reporting.
- Professional Development – Grow your skills in a supportive and forward-thinking team.






What you'll bring:



- Proven experience in change management, project delivery, or portfolio assurance.
- Strong understanding of governance frameworks, change readiness, and performance monitoring.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to influence senior leaders and manage resistance to change.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commercial awareness.
- Change management and/or project management accreditation preferred.


Ready to make a difference in how we deliver change? Join us as a Portfolio and Assurance Analyst and help shape the future of our organisation. Apply now and be part of a team that’s driving excellence every day.

This role will close on 08/08/2025, with interviews to commence from the following week.

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.