Project Analyst

Som3; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Project Analyst to support project delivery and coordination. The ideal candidate will possess analytical skills and be comfortable with data as well as communication across teams. This role is ideal for recent graduates or individuals looking to venture into project management. The company offers a supportive environment for skill development and career growth.

Benefits

Friendly team and support

Opportunities to develop project skills

Variety in work assignments

Qualifications

• Some experience in project support, analysis, coordination, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical mindset and comfortable with data.
• Confident communicator who can work across different teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects.
• Gather and analyze data to guide decisions.
• Prepare reports and status updates for Project Managers.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Familiar with project management tools

Education

Graduate degree

Tools

Jira

Trello

MS Project

Job description

Project Analyst - Job Specification

We're on the lookout for a Project Analyst to help keep our projects running smoothly. You'll be right at the heart of things - digging into data, keeping an eye on risks, smoothing communication, and making sure everyone has what they need to deliver on time.

This role would suit someone looking to start their career in project management, a switched‑on graduate, or someone from an Exec Assistant role.

Overview

We're on the lookout for a Project Analyst to help keep our projects running smoothly. You'll be right at the heart of things - digging into data, keeping an eye on risks, smoothing communication, and making sure everyone has what they need to deliver on time.

This role would suit someone looking to start their career in project management, a switched‑on graduate, someone from an Exec Assistant role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects from kick‑off to completion.
• Setting up meetings for the Project Team
• Gather, analyse, and interpret data to help guide decisions and track progress.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and status updates for Project Managers.
• Keep project documentation tidy and up to date (plans, logs, trackers).
• Assist with workshops, meetings, and reviews, including agendas, notes, and follow‑ups.
• Help maintain project governance and make sure processes are followed.
• Coordinate activities between teams and ensure deadlines don't slip.

Skills & Experience

• Some experience in project support, analysis, coordination, or a similar role - this role could suit a recent graduate.
• Strong analytical mindset - you're comfortable with spreadsheets, data, and finding patterns.
• Confident communicator who can work with all sorts of people across different teams.
• Good organisational skills and a knack for staying on top of details.
• Comfortable juggling multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Familiar with project management tools (e.g. Jira, Trello, MS Project, (url removed - or quick to learn).
• Solid understanding of project lifecycles and basic methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).

Personal Attributes

• Curious and keen to understand how things work.
• Proactive - you don't wait to be told when you spot something going off track.
• Calm under pressure and happy working to deadlines.
• A team player who's easy to work with and enjoys getting stuck in.

What We Offer

• A friendly team and plenty of support.
• Opportunities to develop your project skills and grow your career.
• A mix of interesting work where no two weeks look exactly the same.