Portfolio Coordinator - Value

SSE Enterprise; Perth; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Senior Portfolio Coordinator to implement a value framework and support governance processes. The role requires an understanding of the energy industry and experience in Agile methodologies. Strong analytical skills and the ability to track benefits are essential. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits, including private healthcare discounts and family entitlements.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Demonstrable understanding of SSE’s business areas and the energy industry.
• Solid understanding of cost benefit analysis and tracking.
• Experience in project and programme governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver framework with product management and IT leaders.
• Benefit tracking and annual planning.
• Support portfolio governance and assurance processes.

Job description

Base Location: Reading, Perth, Edinburgh, Glasgow

Salary: £54,952 - £64,738 and a range of benefits to support you and your family.

Working Pattern: Permanent Full time, options available

The role

We are embedding agility in our ways of working, building capability for a digital SSE of the future, meeting the
needs of our customers in a different way. SSE IT is building its Agile capability and continues to increase the
proportion of its delivery which utilises Agile methodology and tools. As a result, those in Delivery and Portfolio
Management roles need to have Agile experience and demonstrate an interest in championing it across the
business.

The main purpose of the Snr Portfolio Coordinator - Value role is to deliver and implement a value framework, from inception to Benefits Realisation, ensuring Change delivery across ECS is delivering value on its investments. Support the portfolio governance and assurance processes will form part of the role.

You will

Deliver a framework, working with product management and IT leaders to ensure that the change programme delivers value for money, tasks include:

• Benefit tracking
• Annual Planning
• Quarterly Planning

You have

• A demonstrable understanding of SSE’s business areas, the Energy industry and IT

• Solid Understanding of Cost benefit analysis and tracking

• Awareness of information security practices within commercially sensitive environments Essential Functional / Technical Skills • Have relevant, applicable experience of working in a PMO/ Portfolio team

• Have experience in management or coordination of project and programme governance frameworks and standards (in particular Agile)

• Experience in applying various waterfall (e.g. Prince2, APM, PMP) and Agile methodologies and supporting context, such as governance, process and culture across different levels of portfolio

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. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

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

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.