Job description
Role Purpose The Finance Change team supports the Finance function to implement changes to its systems, processes and data. Types of change include tax, regulatory, accounting, treasury, management information and ‘keep the lights on’ (KTLO). The team also supports work needed for merger and acquisition (M&A) deals and other upstream changes where Finance is impacted. This role is in the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and will ensure all documentation and monitoring of projects are delivered in line with LSEG standards and controls. The role will report to the Finance Change Senior PMO Manager. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Supports the team by co-ordinating meetings, printing materials, taking minutes, maintaining accurate action and decision logs and updating the status of programme outcomes Acts as the quality assurance for project health by reviewing the quality of data, and identifying data gaps and items needing attention Ensures projects are aligned to the change framework and support preparation of artefacts needed for the various stage gates Assists in the monitoring of task progression against timelines and budgets, advising where activities are behind schedule or over budget Carries out accurate and detailed risk and issue logging, including risk assessments reviewing the probability and severity of risks and ensuring clear remediation plans for issues Prepares purchase requisitions and monitors approvals, supports project managers with purchase order management including receipting and invoicing Supports project and programme managers with project financials, including adding resources to team plans, adding purchase orders to cost forecasts, and producing monthly financials analysis Maintains the repository of project templates and artefacts and continuously identifies improvements Maintains high-quality and up-to-date data, analysing project status updates and other data Prepares inputs as needed to support project, programme and portfolio board reporting Form trusted relationships and maintain communication with portfolio PMO teams and Finance Change project teams Supports the PMO team with ad hoc tasks as needed Qualifications and Experience Previous experience in a similar PMO, coordination or support role Proficiency with reporting tools such as Clarity PPM and Power BI Experience and knowledge of Purchase Order systems (preferred) Skills and Competencies Note: Level 1 (awareness), level 2 (skilled), level 3 (advanced), level 4 (expert) Attention to detail: Demonstrates a concern for accuracy and thoroughness so that sufficiently detailed information is logged accurately (Level 2) Business case & benefit management: Prepares proposals to support programmes or projects, and identifies and monitors benefits derived (Level 1) Communication: Communicates with transparency and precision, presenting complex information in a concise format that is audience appropriate (Level 1) Data analysis: Collects, analyses and interprets data to reach conclusions and/or present insights and findings (Level 2) Data management: Monitors information in project management tools and identifies areas that require attention (Level 2) Governance and standards: Understands the project governance frameworks and financial approval processes and helps ensure projects follow these (Level 2) Problem solving: Defines a problem, generates solutions, and evaluates and identifies the best solution to overcome the problem (Level 1) Process improvement: Seeks new ways of working continuously to make processes run smoother and faster (Level 1) Project management methodologies: Understands different approaches to project management (e.g. Agile, Waterfall) (Level 1) Relationship building: Interacts well with others, quickly establishing rapport building positive relationships and networks (Level 1) Resource planning & optimisation: Plans, manages and optimises resources within teams in order to maximise results and achieve desired performance (Level 2) Stakeholder management: Builds positive relationships with internal and external partners including understanding their drivers (Level 2) LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. 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Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. Our Data & Analytics, Capital Markets and Post Trade divisions have a combined power that provides a comprehensive, integrated suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services to help our customers pursue their ambitions. Explore our divisions LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Find out more Hear from people working across LSEG about their experience in a variety of areas. From technical innovations and use of data to volunteering and inclusion. Get to know some of our people who are pushing the boundaries of technology, finance and more around the world.
