Portfolio Support Analyst (Junior)

Portfolio Support Analyst (Junior)

6 month FTC

Reading | Hybrid Working

About the Role

This role supports the team in managing demand, maintaining project tools, producing reporting, and supporting overall governance processes.

You'll play a key part in providing analytical insight across a range of projects and programmes, helping to inform decision-making and support both internal stakeholders and external shareholders.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage the PMG central mailbox, responding to project and budget-related queries
Maintain and administer project tools (e.g., IFS, Perform), ensuring high data integrity
Support performance reviews and shareholder reporting through accurate tracking and reporting
Assist in demand management through monitoring and reporting activities
Help deliver training on tools, processes, and the Delivery Way framework
Document internal PMG processes and support governance forums like Project Board and OIF
Provide management-level reporting on delivery and financial trends across the portfolio
Act as the subject matter expert for the PMG SharePoint site, encouraging best practice use
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using delivery data and industry insights
Keep up to date with industry trends to challenge norms and propose innovative solutions

What We're Looking For

A graduate looking to begin a career in project/portfolio management, or someone with relevant experience in a project management
Strong analytical and administrative skills, with confidence using Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication - able to convey ideas clearly to a variety of stakeholders
Knowledge or experience of IFS or similar project management tools
A PM qualification (or working toward one) or equivalent experienceProject People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy