PMO Analyst

Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail and finance company is seeking a PMO Analyst in Liverpool. You will play a critical role in ensuring that portfolio-level governance and reporting align with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong PMO experience in a fast-paced environment, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like JIRA and Microsoft Office Suite. Offers include a flexible hybrid working model and numerous benefits, including a flexible benefits allowance and bonus potential.

Benefits

Flexible working model

£1000 flexible benefits allowance

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Udemy learning access

Bonus potential

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of agile and waterfall methodologies.
• Experience in a PMO role within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret data and provide insights.

Responsibilities

• Produce portfolio-level reports highlighting progress.
• Provide analytical support to track milestones and budgets.
• Build relationships with senior leaders and delivery teams.

Skills

Portfolio Management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Job description

About us

We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the role

As a PMO Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in driving governance, reporting, and delivery frameworks for our portfolio of programmes and projects. Operating at portfolio level, you’ll ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with The Very Group’s strategic objectives.

What you will be doing

Portfolio Governance & Reporting: Produce accurate, timely portfolio-level reports, highlighting risks, issues, dependencies, and progress.

Programme Support: Provide analytical and administrative support to high-profile programmes, tracking milestones, budgets, and benefits.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to simplify and automate PMO processes, embedding best practice across teams.

Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with senior leaders, programme managers, and delivery teams, acting as a trusted advisor on PMO governance.

About you

• Strong understanding of portfolio, programme, and project management methodologies (Agile & Waterfall).
• Experience in a PMO function within a fast-paced corporate environment (retail or financial services preferred).
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in JIRA and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Desirable: Resource management experience, Power BI skills, and professional qualifications (PRINCE2, MSP, P3O).

Some of our Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
• £1000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be found on our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

1st stage - An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

2nd Stage – A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions (task based) This can be held either in-person or remotely.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

Equal opportunities

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.