Hybrid Portfolio Planning & Assurance Reporting Analyst, Portfolio Planning & Assurance - Change and Planning Directorate bei Bank of England
Bank of England · Leeds, Vereinigtes Königreich · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Leeds
As a Reporting Analyst in the Portfolio Planning & Assurance team you will be responsible for delivery of advanced analytics and reporting solutions that drive strategic business decision-making processes. You will have a strong technical expertise in data analysis, visualisation and data storytelling, as well as the ability to influence stakeholders through actionable insights.
You will shape and own our approach to measuring and tracking benefits and have a focus on ensuring that the benefits attributed with Portfolio Projects are articulated, achievable and tracked so that any risks related to their delivery can be identified and reported. Through this you will play a pivotal role in supporting prioritisation decisions and ensuring that we are delivering our strategic objectives.
You will also support the evolution of our analytics capabilities, working closely with Reporting Specialists and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact insights.
Primary Outcomes and Accountabilities:
- Understand requirements: Work with all areas of the Portfolio Planning & Assurance team, and selected stakeholders, to gather and articulate reporting requirements and opportunities.
- Report Creation: Develop and maintain dynamic dashboards, scorecards, and visualisations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms. Ensure reporting is scalable, automated, and aligned with business needs. Develop and own monthly and quarterly Portfolio Planning and Reporting activities.
- Benefits Quantification & Forecasting: Collaborate with Finance and project teams to model and validate the financial and non-financial benefits of initiatives. Apply scenario analysis and forecasting techniques to assess impact and feasibility.
- Data Analysis: Analyse portfolio and benefits data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform business decisions.
- Data Management: Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of data used in reporting. Maintain accurate records related to the status of the project portfolio
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders by translating complex data into clear, compelling narratives. Facilitate data-driven discussions that support strategic alignment and delivery assurance.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance reporting processes, tools, and methodologies. Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in analytics and data science.
- Compliance and Standards: Ensure all reports comply with organisational standards and regulatory requirements.
- Risk Management: Identify and raise potential risks associated with benefits realisation, proposing mitigation strategies where necessary
- Financial Collaboration: Work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate financial analysis and reporting of benefits.
- Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with Reporting Specialists to build analytical capability across the team. Share knowledge and mentor others in best practices for data analysis and visualisation.
Minimum Criteria
- Reporting & Analytics: Experience in report creation and data analysis using tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI.
- Analytical Acumen: Experience of analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Data Storytelling: Proven ability to use data to craft compelling narratives that drive strategic conversations and influence outcomes.
- Portfolio Management Knowledge: Understanding of portfolio management practices, including governance, prioritisation, resource optimisation, and benefits tracking.
Essential Criteria
- Project & Portfolio Tools: Proficiency in project management software and tools with a deep understanding of how these support portfolio-level planning and assurance.
- Knowledge of data visualisation, business intelligence, and portfolio reporting methodologies.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience using Planview and Oracle PPM tools
- Background in portfolio management, PMO, or project reporting, ideally within a complex or regulated environment.
- Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time.
- A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.
- An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits.
- 26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits.
- Private medical insurance and income protection.
The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis.
