Senior Planning and Portfolio AnalystPolice

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Planning and Portfolio Analyst to join the Digital and Data Directorate (DaDD) at Lincolnshire Police. This is a key leadership role responsible for supporting the effective management, governance, and delivery of the Force's digital, data, and technology portfolio.

Working across the Directorate and wider organisation, you will lead the Planning and Portfolio Team, providing expert analysis, insight, and guidance to support strategic decision-making and ensure digital and change initiatives deliver value and benefit to the organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading and developing the Planning and Portfolio Team to support delivery of the Digital and Data Strategy.

Providing expert advice to product owners, managers, and senior leaders on portfolio management, governance, and decision-making processes.

Developing and maintaining reporting frameworks, portfolio information repositories, dashboards, and performance insights.

Monitoring portfolio risks, issues, benefits, and resource requirements, making recommendations to support prioritisation and investment decisions.

Producing and presenting high-quality management information, forecasts, evaluations, and briefing materials for governance boards and stakeholders.

Working collaboratively with colleagues, financial business partners, suppliers, and stakeholders to support the successful delivery of digital products, services, and organisational change.

Why This Role Matters

Digital services play a critical role in enabling Lincolnshire Police to deliver effective policing and support the communities it serves. As the Senior Planning and Portfolio Analyst, you will help ensure that digital investments, projects, and services are strategically aligned, effectively governed, and delivering measurable benefits. Your insight and leadership will support informed decision-making, drive continuous improvement, and help maximise value from the Force's digital and data capabilities.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a strategic thinker with strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills who can confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels. You will have experience of portfolio, programme, or project management within a complex environment and be comfortable working with large volumes of information to provide meaningful insight and recommendations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Excellent analytical, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.

Experience of governance, portfolio management, and organisational change.

The ability to interpret complex information and present clear recommendations to support decision-making.

A collaborative and adaptable approach, with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

A commitment to upholding the Force's values and the principles of the Code of Ethics.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and play a leading role in shaping the future of digital services within Lincolnshire Police, we'd love to hear from you.

For full details of the role, responsibilities, and essential criteria, please review the Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.