Portfolio Analyst

Job summary

Join us at NHS Blood & Transplant as a Portfolio Analyst and embark on a journey where your expertise will shape the future and reputation of an organization with a mission to save and improve lives. As a Portfolio Analyst, your dedication to excellence will directly contribute to our mission of keeping the cost of blood low, enabling us to allocate resources where they're needed most. Every analysis, solution, and improvement you implement will play a crucial role in our mission. This role offers ample opportunities for growth and personal development in a dynamic environment where autonomy and initiative are celebrated. Operating within a remote and virtual team structure, you'll have the freedom to showcase your capabilities while collaborating with like-minded professionals to broaden your knowledge, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be Working alongside the Head of Demand & Portfolio to be responsible for the effective running of the control processes within the DDTS Portfolio Management Office (PMO). Managing the DDTS Portfolio budget and financial controls such as, raising and receipting POs, internal cross charges to produce an accurate financial position at month end that is reported to various governance boards Expected to act as an expert and champion of the DDTS Portfolio, Programme & Project methodology (P3) as well as provide support and cover to the rest of the PMO team where required. Assisting in the management of the DDTS Demand pipeline across multiple business directorates and teams. Co-ordinating and updating of key PMO procedures and tools that support Senior and Executive level reporting. Responsible for specifying, developing, and establishing new processes into the PMO function. Undertaking analysis, produce reports, and make recommendations based on the analysis. Participating in the development and improvement of Portfolio, programme and project processes and documentation to ensure the PMO office is managed efficiently and effectively. You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Please also view the benefits information sheet which details the benefits of working for NHSBT and the hours of work, salary, leave entitlement etc. for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential
  • Degree level qualification or equivalent relevant professional qualifications or equivalent demonstrable experience.
  • Post qualifying training courses or specific experience supported as appropriate with work based experience in a range of areas which may include business requirements analysis; change management; health and safety legislation, project management skills, presentation and influencing; staff management
  • Prince 2 qualification
  • Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential
  • Excellent IT literacy skills and associated packages (MS Office, Project, Business Objects).
  • Knowledge and experience of budgeting in a project context
  • Experience in developing and adapting policies and procedures where change is required
  • Good understanding of the Data Protection, Freedom of Information act to ensure confidentiality of records and information is maintained and appropriate responses are given to information requests.
  • Demonstrable experience of working within a large and complex organisation.
  • Experience of identifying and managing risks within a portfolio, programme or project and devising an appropriate management strategy to minimise the risks
  • Demonstrable experience of user testing of processes and systems. Writing test scripts, liaising with Quality Assurance and other departments to ensure sign off.
  • Knowledge of HR Policies and Procedures

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Nhs Blood & Transplant

Capitol Way

Dodworth

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG


Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/

Company
NHS Blood and Transplant
Location
London, United Kingdom SW17 0RB
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£35392.00 - £42618.00 a year
Posted
Company
NHS Blood and Transplant
Location
London, United Kingdom SW17 0RB
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£35392.00 - £42618.00 a year
Posted