PMO Analyst

SSE plc; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a PMO Analyst to join their Business Planning and Performance team. The ideal candidate will manage project delivery through effective stakeholder engagement and project governance. Experience in project management, Microsoft tools, and understanding the electricity industry is essential. Generous benefits include health and wellness options as well as family entitlements.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans for tech and transport

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to engage stakeholders effectively.
• Understanding of the electricity industry and related licence obligations.
• Experience in developing solutions using Microsoft tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Track and monitor key milestones using project management methodologies.
• Improve and embed project management methods and tools.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Relevant qualification in Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Power Platform

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The role

SSEN Transmission has a fantastic opportunity for a PMO Analyst to join our Business Planning and Performance team. Operating from within the Business Planning PMO function, you will contribute to the development and improvement of PMO services and support the business with operational and regulatory delivery requirements. This role involves facilitating the successful delivery of projects through strong planning, governance, reporting and stakeholder management.

You will

• As a strong communicator, you will be required to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across the business. This includes presenting information to senior management to gain buy in and support.
• Apply project management methodologies to track and monitor key milestones, support effective communication within working groups, uphold programme governance, assess and manage risks and analyse data to deliver progress reports for the senior leadership team and key stakeholders.
• Engage constructively and develop a network of a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external. Working closely with technical, financial and engineering specialists to ensure effective communication of information.
• Contribute to the development, definition, improvement and embedding of project management methods, systems, supporting processes, tools and techniques.

You have

• A relevant qualification or experience in Project Management or PMO team setting.
• Strong meeting leadership and the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the organisation are essential to this role, building effective relationships and delivering business-critical presentations to both internal and external audiences.
• An understanding of the electricity industry as well as a basic awareness of the licence obligations under which SSEN Transmission operates.
• Experience in developing solutions with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) as well as solid Microsoft Office experience (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams & SharePoint).

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] or on 01738 351671 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.