Skills

Time Management Critical Thinking Monitoring Negotiation Agile methodologies react Software Development Project Management Agile

Job Specifications

A Senior Project Manager with a technical background required to join our eCommerce Team on a contract basis. You will be expected to lead one or more Agile team(s) in the delivery of bespoke development projects as well as operational improvements, often in very challenging timescales. You also have excellent knowledge & experience of Agile teachings, approaches, behaviours and be capable of helping both teams and the wider organisation to address the dysfunctions that may result from teams and others misinterpreting, ignoring or rejecting Lean and Agile values and principles
Please note that this job is a contractual position located in London.
Please send us your CV in English.
What you'll be doing:
Effectively run complex projects using Agile methodologies
Support the efficient flow of work by providing solutions to issues and blockers
Produce accurate status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, risks, and issues communicating to various audiences including key stakeholders and sponsors
Manage several workstreams successfully, ensuring the teams understand what is expected of them in terms of output and quality
Manage the interdependencies between the various workstreams
Inspire and lead teams with little Agile experience, suggesting process and practical improvements as appropriate
Motivate teams to achieve individual and team objectives, to deliver high quality outputs within agreed timeframes
Focus on improving delivery processes
Provide support to Junior Project Managers within your account
Review and update the project resource plan on a regular basis, keeping tight control of project budgets
Foster close relationships with senior management and business stakeholders, be seen as a credible, reliable expert
Develop customer confidence by understanding their needs and delivering first class solutions
Set and manage client expectations, including resolving client escalations with diplomacy
Chair meetings/reviews with multiple stakeholder requirements
Keep up to date with emerging industry practices
What we want from you:
A good understanding of the software development life cycle and release management
Ability to define, manage and deliver to customer expectations within strict deadlines
Ability to deal with ambiguity, embrace and react to change with enthusiasm and critical thinking
Experience of leading and managing teams at different stages of the team's life cycle
Experience of modern software development practices
Strong understanding of agile delivery techniques and lean ways of working
Experience of managing people and financial budgets (including project budgeting, monitoring financials, reporting etc)
Solid time management & organisational skills
Excellent negotiation skills and an ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Relevant Project Management qualifications
What we can offer you:
Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are.

About the Company

VML Enterprise Solutions brings together all of VML’s technology and data groups to form a single operating unit that services complex business challenges using the agency’s combined consulting, data, technology, and innovation capabilities. Over 7,000 employees across VML’s key offices and local markets around the world contribute to the Enterprise Solutions offering to deliver on the increasing market demand for applications of AI, technology-driven transformation, and operational efficiencies brought to life via robust t... Know more