PMO Analyst
| Posting date: | 01 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,906.00 to £46,049.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | LA1 4YW |
| Company: | Lancaster University |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 0061-26 |
Summary
Lancaster University are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive PMO Analyst to join our Project Management Office within the Information Systems Services Department (ISS). This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of strategic and operational projects that enhance teaching, research, student experience, and institutional effectiveness. This is a full time, fixed term position until 31st July 2026.
Working in the Project Management Office (PMO) and reporting to the Head of Projects and Portfolio, you will support the programme leadership as a central source of truth through the collation and analysis of programme information. This will be combined with advising on the consistent adoption of best practice standards and processes, tailoring as appropriate.
You will work in close collaboration with the programme team and wider stakeholders, building effective working relationships at all levels and offering support.
Working with the Head of Projects and Portfolio, the core responsibilities of the post holder will be :
• Completion of programme and portfolio management reports for presentation at the management meetings and University governance bodies
• Providing analysis and insight into the relation of aggregated project data
• Supporting the development of portfolio, programme and project governance standards and implementation.
• Supporting the design, build & implementation of project tools and systems
You will bring:
• Experience working in a Project Analyst role
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to balance priorities and deal with complex project data.
• Be able to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team and develop effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including academic and professional staff.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills
The role is primarily based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, with flexible hybrid working options to support a positive work-life balance. We would expect a minimum of 2 days a week in the office.
For internal University staff, a secondment opportunity may be considered for this role — please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply.
To apply, please provide a CV and cover letter.
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