PMO Analyst - Capital Markets

PMO Analyst - Capital Markets

📍 London (Hybrid - 60% onsite)

💰 Competitive day rate (aligned to junior-mid market)

📅 Initial 6-month contract (strong likelihood of extension)

We are supporting a Banking & Markets function in hiring a Project Manager / PMO Analyst to join a central change team. This is a junior to mid-level opportunity, ideal for someone with a few years' experience looking to build their career within Capital Markets.

Role Overview

You will support the delivery of a portfolio of risk, resiliency, and change initiatives, working alongside senior Project Managers who lead larger programmes.

This role is focused on coordination, governance, and stakeholder communication, ensuring projects are well-managed, tracked, and delivered effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate project activities across the lifecycle, from planning through to implementation
Support delivery of risk and resiliency initiatives, including governance and reporting
Maintain and track project plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies
Monitor project financials, including budget tracking, funding, and expenses
Prepare and maintain documentation, including reports, updates, and process materials
Facilitate meetings and ensure clear communication across cross-functional teams (product, operations, technology)
Work closely with Product and Delivery teams to support requirements and execution
Ensure adherence to internal project and risk management frameworks

Team & Environment

Working alongside senior Project Managers leading large-scale programmes
Strong support network with opportunities for learning and development
High project volume, particularly over the coming 12 months, offering strong exposure

What We're Looking For

Experience in a Project Management, PMO, or Project Coordination role
Background in Financial Services (essential), with Capital Markets exposure preferred
Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proactive and collaborative approach, with a willingness to take ownership

Desirable

Exposure to markets-related areas (e.g. securities finance, repo, collateral)
Experience supporting financial tracking and governance
Familiarity with structured delivery or Agile environments

Diversity & Inclusion

Pontoon Solutions is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive