Project Portfolio Management Analyst Full Time NEW

Location: Bradford, Hybrid

Salary: £46,804 per annum

Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm.

We’re on a journey of transformation. We’re finding new ways to achieve our purpose of providing families with affordable, sustainable and safe homes. We’re innovating for our customers and to create a thriving workspace that supports everyone.

We’re a team of passionate, dedicated people, working to drive change for the better. We’re building something special here and we want driven, creative people to join us.

If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of change, share your ideas and help us transform, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us and shape our future.

Join our Transformation Journey

Are you energised by turning strategy into action? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments where you’re working with senior leaders, shaping priorities, and helping teams deliver meaningful change? If so, this could be your next big opportunity.

Shape How We Deliver Change

As a Project Portfolio Management Analyst, you’ll play a pivotal role in embedding best‑practice project delivery across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Head of Business Transformation, you will:

Work with Executive and Leadership Teams to influence priorities and continuously improve PMO frameworks and standards.

Drive High‑Quality Portfolio Management

Ensure accurate portfolio reporting, strong governance across project lifecycles, and high‑impact insights for senior leaders.

Support People and Performance

Coach project teams and guide performance to embed best practice and strengthen delivery capability, while also providing line management to our Portfolio Coordinator.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Play a key role in delivering strategic initiatives and driving long‑term organisational success within a collaborative, forward‑thinking team.

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Salary

The spot salary for this post is £46,804 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you’re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.

About You

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, governance principles, and PMO best practices.
• Proven experience supporting project lifecycles or working in a PMO environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or similar software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information and provide actionable insights.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and associated tools.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects running concurrently.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and gain buy-in from challenging stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Project Portfolio Management Analyst Interviews

We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are – a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you.

Stage 1: A Place to Connect

A call with the hiring manager. You’ll learn more about the role and team, and we’ll get to know you – your experience, goals, and what you bring.

Planned date: 29th April via Teams.

Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths

A behavioural and scenario-based interview focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You’ll be asked to complete a Congruity Questionnaire in advance.

Planned date: 6th May at our Bradford office.

We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable – a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.

A place to build a future

We’ve got big ambitions and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you’ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.

And because we believe great work deserves great rewards, here’s what you can look forward to:

Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more.

Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about.

Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further.

Future-focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind.

Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance.

Career development – From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more – we’ll help you grow and succeed.

This is more than a job – it’s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do.

We’re Committed to Inclusion

We believe diversity makes us stronger and we’re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.

Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll make it happen.

Because this isn’t just a workplace – it’s a place to belong.

Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

If you have any queries about the role, please email: PeopleServices@accentgroup.org

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.

Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.