PMO Analyst

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PMO Analyst

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British Council .The British Council is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive

PMO Analyst

to support the effective operation of the

Global Change Programme Office . This role is essential in maintaining core administrative processes, coordinating documentation and reporting, and ensuring the smooth execution of governance activities across a portfolio of strategic initiatives. It offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow in project or programme management within a high-impact, fast-paced environment.As PMO Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting the Programme Office team by maintaining the central repository of documents, ensuring version control, and preparing materials for governance meetings. You will coordinate meeting logistics, manage agendas and calendar invites, take accurate minutes, and track follow-up actions to closure. You will assist in monthly status reporting by collating inputs, validating completeness, and supporting the preparation of board packs and ad-hoc requests. You will help monitor report submissions across the programme and escalate delays where necessary. In addition, you will support the maintenance and distribution of PMO templates, provide basic guidance to delivery teams, and administer tools and trackers such as SharePoint and Excel logs. You will also provide day-to-day administrative support to the Programme Office team, onboard new team members, and act as the first point of contact for general PMO enquiries.This role sits within the Global Change Programme, which comprises 30–40 initiatives aimed at transforming the British Council’s financial position by 2030. The PMO plays a vital role in governance, assurance, and reporting to senior boards, and the PMO Analyst will contribute directly to maintaining high-quality standards and supporting the delivery of strategic change.If you are organised, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a global transformation programme, we invite you to apply and join our team at the British Council.Qualifications and Experience

Minimum / EssentialPrior experience in an administrative or project support role, preferably in a PMO or project environment.Experience coordinating meetings and maintaining shared documentation.Familiarity with project or programme environments and ways of working.DesirableExperience in regulated or public sector environments.Exposure to project management methodologies or tools (e.g. RAID, status reports).Role Specific Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).Experience using SharePoint or other document management systems.Comfortable working with templates, trackers, and structured data inputs.Important Information

Location:

London, UKPay-Grade:

6/G - (25,520 - £26,995) Plus London allowance of £3,300Contract:

Fixed term - 2 yearsRequirement:

Candidates must have the pre-existing right to work in the listed location.Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.Closing date for applications:

Sunday, 14 September 2025; 21:59 UK Summer TimeEqual Opportunity

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion StatementWe are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.Safeguarding

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email ..... full job details .....