Project Management Office Analyst

About This Role

The University of Wolverhampton is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive PMO Analyst to join our Strategic Projects team. This is a key role supporting the effective governance, assurance, and delivery of strategic initiatives across the University. You will play a central part in ensuring projects are well-managed, transparent, and aligned with institutional priorities, enabling successful outcomes that enhance both operational performance and the student experience.

Working closely with programme and project managers and senior stakeholders, you will help drive consistency, insight, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio.

• Supporting the coordination and governance of the University’s strategic project portfolio
• Maintaining and improving PMO processes, standards, templates, and reporting frameworks
• Tracking project progress, milestones, risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple initiatives
• Producing regular, high-quality reports and dashboards for senior stakeholders and governance boards
• Ensuring accurate and timely project data is captured, analysed, and communicated
• Assisting in the management of project documentation, including plans, RAID logs, and status reports
• Supporting portfolio planning, prioritisation, and resource tracking activities
• Facilitating governance meetings, including preparation of papers, minutes, and action tracking
• Providing guidance and support to project teams to ensure adherence to project management standards
• Contributing to continuous improvement of PMO practices, tools, and methodologies

• Degree or equivalent qualification, or relevant professional experience
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured way
• Experience in a PMO, project support, or project coordination role
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to data management and reporting
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to a range of stakeholders
• Experience maintaining project documentation and governance artefacts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Word
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also managing independent responsibilities

• Experience working within higher education, public sector, or complex organisational environments
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, MSP)
• Experience using project or portfolio management tools (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, or similar systems)
• Understanding of portfolio management, resource planning, and benefits realisation
• Professional certification or working towards accreditation in project management or PMO disciplines

• Accountable – We act with integrity, take responsibility, and deliver on our promises
• Resilient – We adapt and respond positively to challenges
• Inclusive – We create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported
• Ambitious – We strive for excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Exposure to strategic, high-impact projects across the University
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the University’s strategic goals

The University of Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to preventing unlawful discrimination and harassment, promoting equality of opportunity, and fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are treated with dignity and respect.

The University of Wolverhampton recognises and protects the rights to freedom of speech and academic freedom, within the law. We are committed to ensuring that lawful expression of ideas, beliefs and opinions – including those that may be controversial or unpopular – does not result in disadvantage in recruitment, employment or progression. An offer of employment at the University of Wolverhampton will never be denied based on an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions.