Portfolio Management Office Advisor - 35858

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Title

Portfolio Management Office Advisor – 35858

City/Town

National

Region

National

Vacancies

Salary Minimum

£43,198

Post Type

Permanent

Job ID

35858

Closing date

16 Nov 2026

Published date

02 Nov 2026

Grade

Staff Grade 5

Role type

Finance, Programme and Project Management

Post type

Full Time, Part Time

Security check

Basic Check

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Job description

We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.You will be part of the national Benefits, Outcomes and Performance team within the Portfolio Reporting Insights department in FCRM. You will provide insights and analysis to governance boards and key stakeholders on the progress of the Environment Agency’s Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Investment Portfolio.Your key responsibilities will be to:1. Analyse portfolio level finances from a variety of sources and systems to identify trends, risks, and issues2. Monitor portfolio performance against key performance indicators and targets3. Develop informative charts and visuals that are audience-appropriate and follow data visualisation best practice4. Present insights and evidence to governance boards to enable informed decision making5. Lead, engage, and collaborate with programme teams and Defra Group Finance to improve processes and business intelligence reporting6. Contribute to knowledge sharing, innovation, and development of the team’s capabilities7. Respond to policy changes and develop and adapt business processesResponding to incidents is a central part of what we do. You will be required to have an incident role and make yourself available to respond to incidents or provide business continuity support during an incident. This may attract an additional payment and full training and alternative working arrangements will be available to support you with your incident role.Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.

The Team:

The Benefits, Outcomes & Performance Team is part of the Portfolio Reporting and Insights department that provides clear, accurate and timely reporting to support the management of the FCRM Investment Programme. The team delivers actionable insights, identifies risks and opportunities and ensures alignment with corporate priorities. Through reporting, analysis and evidence based recommendations, we enable senior stakeholders and delivery teams to improve delivery performance, maximise value and maintain accountability across the programme.

Experience/Skills Required:

The role is diverse, challenging, fast-paced and changeable. Analytical skills, initiative, prioritisation, building relationships, time management are central. Effective communication skills, showing empathy and understanding of your audience is essential.Essential:-Experience interpreting and analysing financial information, including forecasts and budgets-Proficient in data analysis, including the collection, cleansing, processing and visualisation of data-Proficient in the use ofanalysis and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, Power Query-Able to use data to tell a story and support informed decision-making-Able to manage yourself and deliver; highly motivated, organised, resilient-Strong influencing and communication skills with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.-Ability to adapt and perform effectively in a changing environment-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills-An awareness of project, programme and portfolio management principles and methodologies

Contact and Additional Information:

Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship, so you should contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration, where you can seek professional advice based on your personal circumstances in regard to options for obtaining right to work in the UK.Benefits include generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Our flexible working supports a healthy work/life balance and offers numerous choices to accommodate the demands that personal commitments may present. Excellent training and learning opportunities are available, including personal and professional developmentWe are a dispersed team with members based in various locations around England. Base location can be flexible but with an expectation of co-locating in Hub or delivery partner offices occasionally.For further information please contact:[email protected]

Competence 1:

Data and Information Management

Competence 1 Description:

Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.

When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills.

CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.

Question: Please provide an example of how you produce factually accurate reports, verbal or written, using data, information and statistics supported by tools, databases, and specialised software.

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.

Competence 2:

Focuses on Customers and Partners

Competence 2 Description:

Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses

When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills.

CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.

Question: Please describe a time when you identified and responded to the needs of customers, deliver what was promised, and ensure that they were satisfied with the outcome.

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

Competence 3:

Influences and Persuades Others

Competence 3 Description:

Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.

When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills.

CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection.

Question: Please provide an example of a time when you have presented a case in a convincing and attractive way to gain support and win people over.

PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

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