Programme PMO Analyst

Role Purpose - 12 month FTC

Howden is undertaking a large-scale Controls programme including the implementation of a controls system. The PMO will play an important role in providing central, structure and coordination. The role holder will ensure that the programme is governed effectively, risks are proactively managed, progress is transparently reported and delivery standards are maintained throughout.

Governance & Oversight

· Develop and manage the project rhythm (meetings, documents, delivery, implementation approaches) using best practice and intuition

· Maintain programme governance documentation

· Support Steering Committee and Design Authority coordination including materials preparation and decision tracking.

Programme Planning, Tracking & Administration

· Maintain and monitor the programme plan, ensuring visibility of critical path and milestones.

· Track interdependencies across workstreams

· Work closely with the Programme Director and Project Managers in delivery - specific tasks will include setting up meetings and workshops, minute taking and action tracking

· Act as primary contact for queries and requests for information from Programme Team and Delivery Partner.

· Manage Programme Sharepoint access and coordinate documentation uploads

Risk, Issues & Change Control

· Maintain Programme RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) log working closely with Programme Director and Project Managers.

· Support scope control and manage change requests in line with governance protocols.

Reporting & Communication

· Support the Programme Director with the production of programme status reports and updates for executive stakeholders.

· Coordinate stakeholder communications across central and local teams .

Resource & Budget Management Support

· Track resource allocation, forecast needs, and flag constraints or gaps.

· Monthly budget tracking including liaising with finance teams on cost reporting.

Quality & Delivery Assurance

· Ensure documentation is up to date, version-controlled, and audit-ready in line with information management policies and procedures .

Skills & Experience

· c.5 years PMO Lead ideally gained in GRC environments.

· Excellent planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

· Proficiency in project management tools

· Experience supporting multi-country / multi-phase programmes.

· Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

· Complete attention to detail and ability to multi-task

· Ability to work flexibly to accommodate Programme needs

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with the full team