IT Program Manager - Lisbon

Join a market leading digital entertainment services company. Be part of a creative, dynamic and flexible team. Take advantage of your experience and evolve your career.

Key skills required for this role:

IT Program Manager, Management, Technology, Technological, Programme, PMO, Project, Streaming, Entertainment, Gaming, TV

We are looking for an IT Program Manager to join one of Europe's leading entertainment and communication businesses and be part of a dynamic team that ensures technology delivers the best experience for customers. They are always looking to improve by developing pioneering products and services which provide experiences customers will love.

> Offer:

• Permanent contract directly with end client.
• Salary up to €67k + benefits
• Annual Training/ Education Bonus
• Stock Options
• Highly challenging technical projects on an international scale

> Responsibilities:

• The Senior Program Manager will provide strategic leadership and oversight for crafting, sustaining, implementing, and driving efficient and effective project/portfolio management in support of the business objectives.
• Able to discuss from a high-level perspective or have a deep conversation with operational to C-level stakeholders.
• Providing leadership and taking overall accountability for the successful execution of deliverables using Agile methodologies.
• Collaborate across other technology portfolios and have excellent communication and relationship management skills to influence, anticipate, and resolve issues.
• Lead a team of project managers, mentoring, coaching, and inspiring them.
• Outstanding capacity for scope, priority management, and delivery organization.
• Good understanding of the platforms and services provided to end customers.

> Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent combination of technical education and work experience.
• At least 6 years of experience working in digital projects (especially valued if in OTT or Telco sectors).
• 4+ years of experience as a Project Manager, Delivery Manager or Scrum Master.
• Broad experience in project management, particularly in Agile environments.
• Autonomous and responsible for ensuring the team is focused on the portfolio and committed to the organization's priorities.
• Ability to handle senior stakeholders and operate in crisis management mode.
• Extremely well organized, punctual, and methodical while maintaining a pragmatic approach to solving problems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across time zones and cultures.
• A proactive and can-do attitude.