Junior PMO Analyst, Chester, UK
mthree · United Kingdom · hybrid
Global Investment Bank | Technology
Are you organised, detail-oriented and interested in working at the heart of technology delivery within a leading global investment bank?
We’re looking for Project Management Analyst to support technology releases, software deployments and project governance in a fast-paced financial services environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys coordinating stakeholders, managing delivery activities and ensuring technology changes are implemented smoothly and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
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Release Management: Plan release schedules, coordinate software deployments and manage release communications.
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Change Management: Support ITIL Change Management processes, ensuring changes follow the appropriate governance and approval procedures.
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Production Readiness: Coordinate readiness activities across production and non-production environments to support successful releases.
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Project Planning & Governance: Support project planning, governance activities and programme delivery.
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Risk & Issue Management: Maintain RAID logs, tracking risks, assumptions, issues and dependencies to support effective delivery.
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Reporting & Dashboards: Produce project reports and dashboards, providing clear visibility of progress, risks and key milestones.
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Stakeholder Coordination: Work with technology teams and key stakeholders to coordinate activities and maintain alignment across releases and projects.
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Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve release processes, project controls and delivery efficiency.
Stakeholder Management
- Build relationships with stakeholders across multiple business functions.
- Gather project information and translate it into clear updates and reporting.
- Coordinate activities between project teams and business departments.
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Tools & Governance
- Support the administration and continuous improvement of project tools and processes.
- Maintain project templates, governance frameworks, and documentation standards.
- Work with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Support onboarding and adoption of project management processes and tools.
Project Lifecycle Support
Assist across all stages of the project lifecycle, including:
- Initiation and project setup
- Planning and scheduling
- Execution and delivery tracking
- Risk and issue management
- Project closure and lessons learned activities
Key Skills & Experience
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working with data, reporting, and spreadsheets.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to learn.
- Confidence communicating with stakeholders at different levels.
- Exposure to project management, PMO, governance, or business change through education, internships, placements, or work experience is advantageous.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Jira, or Confluence is beneficial but not essential.
What We Are Looking For
- A 2:1 degree or above in any discipline.
- Recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a career in Project Management, PMO, Business Change, or Transformation.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine interest in project delivery, technology, and business transformation.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- A willingness to learn, adapt, and develop new skills.
- Experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
Location Requirements
- Hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the office (non-negotiable).
- Office location: Chester, UK
- Candidates should be able to commute within approximately one hour each way.
- Due to the office location and limited public transport options, access to a car is highly advantageous.
- Relocation support may be available for suitable candidates.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.
What You Will Get
- Interactive training delivered by industry experts.
- A competitive graduate salary with salary reviews every 12 months.
- A flexible benefits package.
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and career support.
- Valuable hands-on experience within a large-scale transformation environment.
- Exposure to project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and enterprise tools.
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced project and transformation professionals.
How to Apply
- Apply through this advert.
- Complete our online assessment (link sent via email).
- Engage in phone and video interviews with our friendly talent team.
- Interview with our client.
Relocation may be required for certain roles. Flexibility can open up additional opportunitie
Diversity and Inclusion at mthree
At mthree, we celebrate diversity and foster an environment where everyone can thrive. We value inclusion, equality, and the health and well-being of all employees, ensuring our culture supports courageous teamwork, continuous learning, and making an impact.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment and for the full duration of the training and placement period, which is 26 months.