Description
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ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale business transformation and organisational change initiatives in a dynamic global environment. In this role, you will drive complex cross-functional programmes, manage critical stakeholder alignment, and ensure successful delivery of significant organisational change projects.
You will work at the highest levels of the organisation, influencing C-suite executives and managing multi-workstream initiatives where ambiguity, competing priorities, and strategic complexity are the norm. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned transformation leader who thrives in dynamic environments and can balance strategic vision with flawless execution.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and deliver large-scale business transformation and organisational change programmes
- Manage complex multi-workstream initiatives with clear governance structures and milestone tracking
- Navigate and manage stakeholder complexity across multiple business functions and geographies
- Identify, assess and mitigate programme risks and dependencies in real-time
- Provide executive-level reporting and strategic communication to senior leadership
- Drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups and resolve competing priorities
- Ensure business continuity while managing significant change initiatives
- Establish programme governance and quality assurance mechanisms
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Proven track record delivering large-scale, complex cross-functional programmes in global organisations
- Strong programme and project management capabilities, including planning, governance, reporting and milestone delivery
- Experience managing risks, issues, dependencies and critical path activities across multiple workstreams
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across diverse business functions
- Strong communication, facilitation and executive reporting skills
- Extensive experience delivering change within dynamic transformation environments
- Ability to balance strategic objectives with operational execution and business continuity requirements
- Experience working across multiple geographies and stakeholder groups
- Strong problem-solving capability and ability to manage ambiguity
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operational or regulated business environments
- Project Management certification: PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2 Practitioner, or MSP (Managing Successful Programmes)
- Proven experience supporting major business transformations or significant organisational restructuring initiatives
- Experience managing complex carve-outs, mergers, or multi-entity organisational changes
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
You are a strategic transformation leader who excels at breaking down complex change initiatives into executable programmes. You have a proven ability to influence at senior levels, navigate political complexity, and maintain stakeholder confidence through ambiguity. You're driven by delivering measurable business outcomes and experienced in managing large-scale change in global, multi-functional environments.
