PMO Analyst Application Deadline: 3 April 2026 Department: Programmes and Business Improvement Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Brize Norton Reporting To: Graham Robertson Compensation: £50,000 - £60,000 / year Description Are you passionate about driving project success through robust governance and control? We’re looking for a PMO Analyst to join our Programmes & Continuous Improvement team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with our strategic objectives. You’ll work closely with Project Managers and stakeholders to monitor performance, manage risks, and maintain accurate documentation. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will help improve forecasting and reporting, while your ability to build strong relationships will support collaboration across multiple functions. Why AirTanker? AirTanker is a vital part of the UK’s defence capability, delivering air-to-air refuelling and air transport services to the RAF and MOD. We operate at the intersection of military precision and commercial innovation. As a PMO Analyst, you’ll ensure projects stay on track with accurate scheduling, managing risks, and project performance reporting. Your expertise in governance and analysis will support Project Managers and drive successful delivery across the business. What's in it for you? Data-Driven Impact: Analyse project data and produce insightful reports that influence decision-making and strategic outcomes. Performance Oversight: Play a key role in building consistent schedules, budgets, and risks across the portfolio of projects Project Governance: Ensure projects follow best-practice, keeping delivery aligned with organisational standards. Comprehensive Benefits: Including private medical insurance, bonus scheme, EV scheme, contributory pension, and more. Adventure & Belonging: Battlefield tours, adventure training, and family fun days. AirTanker supports flexible working to help employees achieve a healthy work-life balance. We recognise the importance of balancing work with personal commitments, and are committed to agreeing arrangements that meet both individual and business needs. What you'll be doing Monitor and report on project performance, ensuring adherence to governance and compliance processes Support Project Managers with schedules, budgets, and risk management Analyse project data and prepare detailed reports for sponsors and teams Audit project documentation and recommend improvements Maintain and enhance project tools and templates Facilitate benefits identification and realisation throughout the project lifecycle Collaborate with Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to ensure accuracy and alignment Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and training programmes What you'll bring Essential: 5+ years’ experience in PMO or project controls within large, complex projects. Degree level education, HNC, or equivalent experience in project management Strong understanding of risk, cost, and schedule management Experience with governance frameworks and lifecycle methodologies Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Visio, SharePoint, Risk software, and MS Project Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Desirable: APM PFQ/PMQ or equivalent qualifications. Certification in project control elements (Risk, Schedule, Cost) Experience in running Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) on large projects Experience working with MoD or complex stakeholder environments #J-18808-Ljbffr