EMEA News Partnership Program Manager

Career Moves Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

EMEA News Partnership Program Manager

Location: UK, London (Hybrid Tues, Wed,Thurs onsite)
Length: 12 months
Rate: £46.15 p/h (Inside IR35)
Hours: 40 hours per week

Overview:
This role requires the ability to identify potential risks and manage multiple, operational work streams in an ambiguous and complex environment. The job involves building relationships and managing stakeholders from a variety of departments, including Partnerships, Marketing, Communications, Legal, Finance, Ethics & Compliance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Experience in the news media industry and/or strategic planning is desirable, and experience with AppScript is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Planning & Execution: Develop and manage detailed program plans, adjusting as needed to ensure goals are met
• Methodology Development: Create and improve program management processes, best practices, and tools
• Resource Management: Help define project scopes, set priorities, and allocate resources within the program
• Problem Solving: Generate ideas to solve problems and take full responsibility for program outcomes
• Decision Making: Evaluate options and balance immediate needs with long-term organizational goals

Challenges:

• Problem-solving: Consider multiple approaches to find the best solution to complex problems
• Program Management: Handle programs that involve multiple teams, define new processes, and organize tasks to achieve clear objectives
• Process Improvement: Develop new processes and tools to anticipate and resolve issues before they arise

Collaboration & Influence:

• Stakeholder Relationships: Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders and guide your team
• Team Alignment: Influence both your team and cross-functional teams to work towards a shared goal
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with other teams to ensure alignment on goals and timelines
• Information Sharing: Share best practices across teams to improve efficiency and reduce duplication of work