OverviewSenior Delivery Manager role at Aer Lingus.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the successful delivery of large business initiatives across both business and technical deliverablesWork with the Portfolio Manager / Head of Delivery to define a project structure and delivery methodology for the Business InitiativeEnsure successful delivery from initiation through to completionUnderstand cross-team dependencies and foster collaboration and communication across teamsDrive any resource conflicts or delivery related issues towards resolutionDrive a culture of continuous value delivery through relentless prioritisation of benefit focused outcomesProgramme LeadershipResponsible for the successful delivery of large business initiatives across both business and technical deliverablesWork with the Portfolio Manager / Head of Delivery to define a project structure and delivery methodology for the Business InitiativeEnsure successful delivery from initiation through to completionUnderstand cross-team dependencies and foster collaboration and communication across teamsDrive any resource conflicts or delivery related issues towards resolutionDrive a culture of continuous value delivery through relentless prioritisation of benefit focused outcomesTechnical OversightLead technical delivery for strategic deliverables, ensuring integration with legacy systems and alignment with enterprise architecture & quality standardsCollaborate with Architecture, QA, and Portfolio Leads to manage technical deliverablesResponsible for full end to end project activities including test planning and deployment to productionCollaborate strongly with all Tech/Business/Finance teams ensuring alignment and transparency on deliverablesManage a team of Delivery Managers ensuring a transparent reporting & performance management cultureEffectively manage technical project decisions with a view of the overall desired business outcome of this change / strategic mindsetGovernanceWork with Portfolio Managers / Head of Delivery to ensure governance is in placeEstablish, manage and support full reporting governanceEnsure the effective and auditable management of all artefacts outlined in the delivery frameworkReport delivery status and updates in line with recommended governance frameworkWork closely with finance business partners to ensure the active management and reporting of project financial status outputsActively manage all risk items, mitigating challenges throughout deliveryEnsure an on time and on budget delivery culture aligned with the agreed delivered methodologyEngagement & CommunicationsBuild and maintain relationships with senior business stakeholdersCommunicate complex technical status / issues / challenges in simple terms, in business impact termsEngage with internal technology functions and product teams to define business value & delivery outcomesManage project communications to key stakeholders across multiple levels throughout business and technologyPrepare transparent programme decks for Steering meetings with all stakeholders & deliver these presentationsPrepare transparent programme decks for Town Hall ceremonies & deliver these presentationsContinuous ImprovementsRegularly liaise with all parties involved to identify improvement areas throughout design and all implementation phasesFlag process improvements gaps to where its evident that technical changes are going to impact business processOversight on data integrity, security, and complianceYour Qualifications And Key CriteriaRelevant 3rd level qualification with a strong technical focusExcellent knowledge and proven experience of working with IT Software Development Lifecycle methodologies including Waterfall & AgilePossess at least 10+ years of professional experience, with a minimum of 8 years in project or programme management / agile deliveryExperience in working with third party suppliers in the delivery of business or IT change initiatives – including experience of working with remote and co-located teams and vendorsAdvanced level of proficiency in use of Microsoft Office suite, including Project, Visio, Word, Excel & PowerPoint and Agile tools such as JIRA and ConfluenceExperience of implementing projects with a budget of at least €1 millionExperience leading complex technology and business transformation projectsA strong understanding of best practices, tools and techniques for project management and programme management with ability to continuously improve these processesAcute understanding and ability to demonstrate expertise in Quality Management, Project Planning, Risk & Change managementExcellent communication skills, with a strong ability to effectively communicate both internally and externally at levels up to Director and C SuiteStrong negotiation skills with proven ability to maintain relationships with stakeholders and to influence stakeholders in support of project deliveryRobust relationship management, capable of working with all levels within the organisation by building effective relationshipsAn effective team manager with proven ability to build, motivate and support a high performing teamHighly motivated, driven, pragmatic and completely focused on project delivery for business benefitStrong listening, analytical, problem solving and, with close attention to detailAbility to demonstrate conflict resolution skills – driving resolution of any project / cross-team conflictFluent in English, both written and spokenEligible to live and work in the EUHold a current unrestricted worldwide passportProvide 2 verifiable referencesAble to pass a strict airport security vetting procedure which includes a 5-year background check or be in possession of a current airside pass for the airport this position is based inAt Aer Lingus, we embrace diversity and believe in providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values employees\' unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any questions or require any accommodations to support you in your application, please contact us at recruit@aerlingus.com.Desirable criteriaPMI-ACP/SAFe certification.A technical background is preferred – ideally gained in consulting companies or working with Airlines or other enterprise systems with international, Tier 1 customer organisations.Knowledge of IT and Digital systems, including experience of leading software development projects involving web-based, mid-range and integration platforms and applications.Detailed understanding of the technical architecture underpinning the IT service landscape in e-Commerce, Online Media or Information Technology & Services environments.Division / DepartmentDigital & Information - Digital DeliverySeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProject Management and Information TechnologyIndustriesAirlines and AviationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aer Lingus by 2xWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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