Senior Portfolio Analyst

Blue Cross NC

. Analyze, manage, and provide tactical and strategic expertise to portfolios of strategic and complex initiatives and projects .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $98,092 - $156,947 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Portfolio Management and Project Portfolio Management (PPM), with a strong focus on budget analysis, capacity planning, and resource management. Capable of delivering executive-level reports and insights while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

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Portfolio ManagementProject Portfolio Management (PPM)Budget AnalysisCapacity PlanningExecutive-Level Reporting

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Hard Skills

Portfolio PlanningCost AnalysisFinance StrategyResource PlanningWorkflow Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationTrainingCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsPortfolio Planning Tool

Industry Keywords

Data IntegrityPerformance MetricsGovernanceRisk ManagementStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze, manage, and provide tactical and strategic expertise to portfolios of strategic and complex initiatives and projects
Ensure data integrity and deliver accurate reporting, portfolio health monitoring, and decision-ready insights across intake, pipeline, and project delivery
Strengthen delivery readiness and identify emerging risks and trends
Synthesize capacity, demand, readiness, financial, dependency, and performance data to support prioritization, governance, and investment decisions
Develop and continuously improve processes, standards, policies, and templates
Monitor portfolio performance metrics and key indicators, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
Translate portfolio data into clear observations and implications for stakeholders and leadership
Analyze project financials and identify emerging budget, funding, and delivery risks
Monitor projects to ensure realized business value and manage portfolio-level risks, issues, and dependencies
Support portfolio reviews, governance forums, and leadership updates
Prepare executive-level status reports and presentations regarding portfolio health and status
Provide backup support for Portfolio Leaders during absences, transitions, or peak demand
Assess customer/client satisfaction through direct feedback and evaluation
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on enterprise efficiencies
Serve as a subject matter expert for project and portfolio tools and methodologies
Maximize use of the portfolio planning tool for planning processes
Train and coach others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)
5+ years of experience in related field
In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field
Expertise in portfolio management, portfolio planning, and project portfolio management (PPM)
Skills in budget analysis, capacity planning, cost analysis, finance strategy, resource planning, and workflow management
Ability to prepare executive-level status reports and presentations
Ability to communicate problems, issues, risks, and solutions through written and oral methods
Knowledge of project and portfolio tools and methodologies
Ability to train and coach others

Benefits

Comp & perks

The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community
Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Numerous health and wellness programs
Parental leave and support
Adoption and surrogacy assistance
Career development programs
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
401k match including an annual company contribution
Annual Incentive Bonus
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Competitive health benefits and wellness programs
Remote work with a few in-office visits each year for Remote-Flex roles