Senior PMO Analyst // Financial Services sector

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$950 - AU$1100 per day

Our Client is a Tier 1 client in Financial Services sector. As a Senior PMO Analyst in the Financial Services sector, you will play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of projects across the organization. You will work closely with project managers, senior stakeholders, and the wider PMO team to ensure robust governance, reporting, and control mechanisms are in place. Your deep understanding of project management frameworks and PMO best practices, combined with your sector experience in financial services, will enable you to drive operational excellence and contribute to strategic project delivery.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement and maintain governance frameworks for project and program delivery, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
  • Monitor and report on project/program status, identifying risks, issues, and ensuring proper escalation.
  • Develop and maintain project/program dashboards and KPIs to track performance across the portfolio.
  • Support setting up PMO Practice.
  • Provide support to project managers by helping them adhere to PMO guidelines, methodologies, and processes.
  • Assist in the development of project plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
  • Facilitate cross-project coordination and communication to drive synergy between related initiatives.
  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including project sponsors, business unit heads, and external partners.
  • Organize and facilitate regular governance meetings, steering committees, and reporting cycles.

Requirements:

  • Proven PMO Experience: 8-10 years of experience in PMO roles, with at least 4-6 years in a senior capacity within the Financial Services sector.
  • Financial Acumen: Strong experience in managing project budgets, financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Project Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) and tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or equivalent.
  • Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Tool Expertise: Experience with PMO tools and systems such as Clarity, SharePoint, or similar portfolio management tools.
  • Sector Knowledge: Previous experience in banking, insurance, asset management, or other financial services environments.

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