SC Cleared PMO Reporting Analyst

We're supporting a leading global Defence and Aerospace organisation in the search for an experienced PMO Reporting Analyst to join their growing Digital & IT PMO team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting a large portfolio of Digital and IT change programmes by delivering high-quality reporting, analytics and PMO governance within a complex enterprise environment. Key points: Rate: £53 per hour (Inside IR35) Duration: Contract through to December 2026 Location: Hybrid working (approximately 20% onsite in Luton) Opportunity to work on large-scale Digital & IT transformation programmes Collaborative, innovative Defence environment The Role Working within the Digital & IT PMO, you'll provide portfolio reporting, performance analysis and governance support across multiple projects, helping senior stakeholders make informed decisions through accurate data and meaningful insights. Key Responsibilities • Collect, validate and manage portfolio performance data • Develop and maintain dashboards using Power BI, Excel and other reporting tools • Produce standard and ad-hoc reporting packs for senior leadership • Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort • Analyse portfolio and project performance trends • Support PMO governance, assurance activities and stage gate reviews • Ensure compliance with PMO standards and project lifecycle processes • Translate business reporting requirements into effective reporting solutions • Work closely with Portfolio Leads, Digital teams and key stakeholders • Support continuous improvement of reporting frameworks, analytics and PMO processes • Provide general PMO administration where required Essential Skills • Previous experience within a PMO, Project Controls or Reporting Analyst role • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets • Excellent experience using Power BI (or similar visualisation tools) • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including: • Power Query • Pivot Tables • Advanced formulas • Good understanding of project governance and PMO processes • Strong attention to detail with excellent data quality standards • Ability to communicate technical insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Skills • Knowledge of SAP • Experience with JIRA • Understanding of Agile and/or Waterfall delivery methodologies • Exposure to automation technologies such as: • Power Automate • Python • SQL