Portfolio Analyst

easyJet; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company in the UK is seeking a Portfolio Analyst for its Enterprise Portfolio Team. This role focuses on establishing effective governance structures and performance measurement systems, facilitating decision-making, and enhancing transparency. Candidates should have PMO experience, knowledge of project lifecycles, and strong organizational skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, a bonus potential, and a flexible working policy which allows hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

20% bonus potential

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits package

Discounted staff travel scheme

Annual discount on easyJet holidays

‘Work Away’ scheme

Electric vehicle lease scheme

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and strategically minded professional.
• Experience leading the development and maintenance of PMO processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement governance and standards across the portfolio.
• Drive resource allocation for efficiency.
• Facilitate approval forums and document decisions.

Skills

PMO/Portfolio office experience

Project governance understanding

PMO process implementation

Strong organisation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Relevant professional qualifications

Education

Management of Portfolios (MoP)

PRINCE2

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Portfolio Analyst – Enterprise Portfolio Team

Job Purpose

Are you a detail-oriented and strategically minded professional looking to make a real impact? We are seeking a Portfolio Analyst to join our Enterprise Portfolio Team. In this crucial role, you will help steer our portfolio towards outcome-focused objectives by establishing simple governance structures and robust performance measurement systems, including OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). You will facilitate approval forums, ensuring meticulous documentation of notes, actions, and decisions to enhance transparency and accountability reporting to the Head of Portfolio Delivery Standards and Assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective governance and standards across the portfolio.
• Drive optimal allocation and utilisation of resources to maximise efficiency and effectiveness.
• Facilitate approval forums and ensure accurate documentation of decisions and actions.
• Effect decision-making to streamline the portfolio and support delivery of results.

Key Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in a PMO/Portfolio office, leading the development and maintenance of PMO processes.
• Excellent understanding of project governance and project management lifecycles.
• Proven experience in defining and implementing PMO processes that improve project delivery performance.
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel and elevate issues when necessary.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products to a high standard, especially MS Project, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. Management of Portfolios (MoP), PRINCE2, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)).

How to Apply

If you are a self-starter who can identify opportunities to drive greater success for the team and have a track record of building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team!

What you’ll get in return

At easyJet, we pride ourselves on a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that supports and rewards innovation and excellence.

We offer

• Competitive base salary
• 20% bonus potential.
• 25 days holiday, pension scheme, life assurance, and a flexible benefits package.
• Discounted staff travel scheme for friends and family
• Annual credit for discount on easyJet holidays
• ‘Work Away’ scheme, allowing you to work abroad for 30 days a year
• Electric vehicle lease salary sacrifice scheme

Location & Hours of Work

We operate a hybrid working policy of 40%-60% of the month spent with colleagues.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through our careers portal.

Reasonable Adjustments

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.