Job Introduction

MPS has recently launched its ‘New World’ strategy, designed to help us be better, bolder and drive our business forward for our members. As part of this strategy, we have an exciting opportunity for a Portfolio Assurance Analyst to join our Transformation Management Office!

We are looking for a Portfolio Assurance Analyst to support the Governance and Assurance Manager in shaping and embedding Programme/Project Governance principles across the MPS change portfolio. This role will play a key part in ensuring the successful delivery of projects and initiatives that align with the strategic objectives of the business, ultimately driving the best outcomes for our members.

Your primary focus will involve monitoring and tracking Portfolio, Programme, and Project governance and assurance principles such as resource management, capacity, financials, risks, issues, benefits, and lessons learned. You will be responsible for compiling and reporting this data to support monthly reviews, ensuring projects stay on track and aligned with organisational goals.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of governance frameworks and experience in tracking and reporting project performance. You’ll be detail-oriented, organised, and proactive in ensuring that the governance process runs smoothly across the portfolio.

Role Responsibility

As our new Portfolio Assurance Analyst, you will also:

• Provide accurate reporting, analysis, and support to enable informed decision making across all governance.
• Work with Project Manager’s in the delivery of projects in accordance with the governance standards.
• Support the Assurance and Governance Manager in the development and maintenance of project standards
• Focused review and support on portfolio/programme/project planning including set up, maintenance and quality assurance
• Conduct regular assurance reviews on projects and programmes of work
• Provide monthly portfolio reporting such as resource management, planning, including pipeline and tracking of key milestones, financial planning / tracking, risk / issue management, benefits management and lessons learned

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for:

• Previous PMO experience including portfolio reporting, analysis and producing inputs to senior level meetings
• Experience of programme / project planning including quality assurance
• Experience or exposure to the end to end project lifecycle, or managing substantial parts of the project lifecycle 
• Knowledge of portfolio reporting and analysis 
• Knowledge of full development life cycle projects
• Experience of programme / project co-ordination

Please view the role profile for the full list of essential and desirable criteria.

Package Description

Alongside a competitive salary as stated above, you will also receive:

• Up to 20% discretionary annual bonus
• Annual performance-related pay review
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional 5 days)
• Private Medical Cover
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement (take a look at below to find out more about how we work)
• A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work
• Car Salary Sacrifice scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• 6x salary death in service
• A personal GP service enabling you to get a video consultation with a NHS-registered private GP
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A range of shopping discounts from major high-street retailers

About the Company

Who We Are

Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for Doctors, Dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 Members around the world.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning our Members’ premiums are kept safe should our Members require support for complaints or claims arising from professional practice, or invested into bettering the organisation, our colleagues and our products.

Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We also actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit Members and the wider healthcare professions. 

To do this, we need exceptional colleagues who are trusted and supported to deliver their best work, so we can continue to provide the most trusted, valued and expert protection to members when they need us the most. 

Next Steps

If you are interested in finding out more, looking for a new role and want to join an organisation that truly values its employees, take a look at the role profile to find out more about the role to apply. 

Our Talent Acquisition team are always on hand should you have any questions, are having any technical issues or wish to understand how MPS can support you with your application and interview. You can contact our friendly Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@medicalprotection.org

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