At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it’s our people who make this happen.
Portfolio Analyst
Permanent
Manchester: £54,500 - £60,700
Milton Keynes: £56,800 - £63,200
Hybrid Working – 2x days a week in the office
As one of the four Portfolio Analysts within AQA, you’ll play a key part in enabling successful delivery across your assigned portfolio, helping us make sure the right things happen at the right time. This is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact, it is a really exciting time as we approach assessment reform and is an opportunity to help shape the landscape of qualifications for the next generation and millions of learners.
You’ll enable effective decision-making through accurate insights and intelligence, grounded in analysis. You’ll work with delivery teams to drive efficiencies, accountability and alignment across the portfolio through tailored assurance. You will be working with the Delivery PMO team to embed delivery frameworks and processes.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you'll be responsible for:
Enabling informed decision-making through portfolio-level governance and meaningful insights.
Providing assurance on delivery by supporting accurate and timely maintenance of plans and RAID logs.
Implementing and continuously improving frameworks for portfolio management in collaboration with Delivery Leads and sponsors.
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a proactive, pragmatic, problem-solver who enjoys working collaboratively and driving continuous improvement. You’ll have:
Experience working in a portfolio environment using agile or scaled agile methodologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate.
Strong attention to detail with a pragmatic approach and ability to see the bigger picture.
Ability to assess complex information and deploy creative problem-solving skills.
Expert understanding of change and project delivery methods from conception to benefits realisation.
What’s in it for you
By joining AQA, a leading independent education charity, you actually make a difference in the lives of millions of learners. There are lots of company benefits, including private medical insurance, a fantastic pension (up to 11.5% employer contributions), a 35 hour working week, 25 days annual leave with additional office closure in December and bank holidays on top, membership of the leading PMO professional membership organisation, the opportunity to join lots of network groups (LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, disAbility, empowering women, wellbeing, ethnic minority and more) an extensive online learning platform, days for volunteering and more.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone—regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background—is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role.
Applications will close at 23:59 on Wednesday 6 May
Interviews will be over two stages, the first being a Teams interview in the week beginning 18 May. This will be followed by shortlisting. Second stage interviews will be in the office nearest you - either Manchester or Milton Keynes - in the week beginning 25 May
All applications will receive a written response.
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Summary
As a portfolio analyst you will play a crucial role in enabling the successful delivery of initiatives within your assigned portfolio. Supporting effective decision making through accurate insights and intelligence grounded in analysis and thorough understanding of project performance and making sure that the right things are happening at the right time through effective and appropriate assurance of delivery within the portfolio. Leading on the definition, creation and continuous improvement of frameworks and processes within the remit of Delivery PMO making sure they are fit for purpose and proportionate to successfully achieve intended outcomes.