Programme Performance Analyst at South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom — full-time
We are looking for a proactive and analytical Programme Performance Analyst to join our Performance Reporting and Controls team within the Programme Delivery Group. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how one of the UK's largest regional investment portfolios is monitored, governed and delivered. Through performance reporting, risk analysis and portfolio insight, you will support effective decision-making, strengthen programme controls and help maximise the impact of investment across South Yorkshire. We anticipate that interviews will take place week commencing 9th October at our offices in Sheffield city centre. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with a scenario in advance of their interview and asked to prepare a 5 minute presentation. Presentations must be submitted at least one clear working day prior to the interview. Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the criteria as detailed within the role profile. (please see role profile attached). Please note, all applications should be made directly via our careers portal. About the role We are looking for an experienced analytical and risk professional who can turn complex data into meaningful insight and help shape how SYMCA monitors, manages and delivers its investment portfolio. As Programme Performance Analyst, you will provide specialist expertise in portfolio performance analysis, reporting and risk management across a diverse portfolio of investment programmes and projects. You will lead the development of analytical approaches, performance reporting, dashboards and management information that strengthen programme controls and support informed decision-making. Using data to identify trends, emerging risks and opportunities, you will provide evidence based insight, challenge and recommendations that improve delivery performance and increase confidence in organisational data. You will also lead the development of risk intelligence and early-warning reporting, helping senior leaders and governance boards understand portfolio health and respond proactively to emerging issues. Working collaboratively with programme teams, you will drive improvements in data quality, risk governance, reporting standards and performance management practices. Your work will directly influence decision-makers across the organisation, helping to ensure investment programmes are effectively controlled, resources are used efficiently and intended outcomes are successfully delivered. About you You will be an analytical and forward-thinking professional with experience in performance reporting, programme controls, risk management and data analysis. You will be confident working with complex information and using data, insight and risk intelligence to identify emerging issues, challenge assumptions and support informed decision-making. You will have a track record of developing reporting solutions, performance measures and analytical products that provide meaning