Senior Director

Virtusa; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtusa in London is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee and coordinate multiple projects. You will ensure alignment with business objectives and deliver results on time and within budget, drawing on a strong foundation in project management.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, managing risks, building stakeholder communications, and driving continuous improvement across programs.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of program and project management experience.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of program initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration across projects.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain program documentation, including project plans, status reports, and stakeholder communications.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular updates on program status and performance metrics.
• Facilitate program meetings, ensuring clear agendas and actionable outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Program management tools

Job description

Program Manager

Location: UK Office, London

Years of Experience: 10-15 Years

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with a strong foundation in Project Management to oversee and coordinate multiple projects within our organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and delivering results on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of program initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration across projects.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain program documentation, including project plans, status reports, and stakeholder communications.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular updates on program status and performance metrics.
• Facilitate program meetings, ensuring clear agendas and actionable outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong Project Management knowledge and experience, including proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering results.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with program management tools and software.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management in a program context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in program and project management.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale programs and managing cross-functional teams.