Senior PMO Analyst

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You will also develop and maintain reporting for the transformation program and other GSSC projects, supporting the Project Managers by providing high quality outputs and produce project reports for relevant Steering Groups to agreed time and quality standards.

Your expertise in project analysis, reporting, and process improvement will contribute to the successful delivery of projects and the overall effectiveness of the PMO.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret project data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports, dashboards, and visualizations on project performance, including key metrics, risks, and issues.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop actionable insights and recommendations.
• Facilitate the delivery of projects within the portfolio through providing/facilitating the necessary support at key points in each project’s lifecycle and through appropriate interventions in a timely and effective manner
• Monitor project progress against established plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Identify and communicate deviations, risks, and issues to project managers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions and mitigation strategies.
• Partner with delivery leads and PMO leaders to prepare reports and presentations to senior management and other key stakeholders to provide transparency around program health, activities, budget and actual costs, progress and adherence to standards
• Evaluate existing project management processes and methodologies, identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the PMO Lead and project managers to develop and implement process enhancements.
• Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of project management practices.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of PMO frameworks, methodologies, and templates.
• Support the implementation and adherence to project management standards and best practices.
• Contribute to PMO governance activities, including project portfolio management, resource allocation, and project prioritization.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing and delivering project-related presentations, updates, and status reports.
• Support the management and administration of project management tools and systems.
• Provide guidance and training to project managers and team members on the effective use of project management tools.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance project management capabilities.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

• 5 years relevant experience

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to gather and analyze project data effectively.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Microsoft Excel or other data visualization tools.
• Excellent reporting and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a team and across departments.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

• 5+ years experience in portfolio management practices.
• Broad financial services experience with strong understanding of insurance processes and technology in a global context.
• Previous experience in a Senior PMO analyst or similar role, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Proven experience of managing reporting cycles on large scale portfolios, programs or groups of projects.
• Proven experience of providing assurance on Portfolio / programs across multiple business units
• Experience working with senior stakeholders cross diverse and geographically spread teams.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Project Management).
• Previous experience as a PMO Analyst or similar role, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and Agile methodologies such as Scrum, SAFe waterfall or hybrid approaches, and their application within project management and PMO contexts.
• Familiarity with project management tools and systems.
• Familiarity with the insurance industry practices, products, and regulatory requirements is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Project, PowerBI
• Proficiency with project management tools and systems (Jira, Asana, Trello, etc.)

• Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our DNA (which interlinks seven cultural elements) – because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference.

We expect all employees to role model and inspire the right behaviours that link to our cultural elements:

• We are customer-focused
• We are technical experts
• We are inclusive
• We are fast-paced
• We are courageous
• We are accountable
• We are a team
• All employees are expected to adhere to QBE’s Code of Ethics and Conduct and apply sound risk management practices

• To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily.

• Individual Contributor

• The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee’s normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments.

It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Cost Management, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Delivery Management, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Process Improvements, Project Planning, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Waterfall Model

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.