Technical Project Lead – Travel & Ecommerce Transformation

The Walt Disney Company; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment conglomerate seeks a Technical Project Lead for a fixed-term contract in London. This role involves driving innovation by enhancing Disney Parks’ reservation platforms and managing key stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technology project management within the travel industry. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment. Competitive benefits include 25 days of annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance & dental care

Free Park Entry for you, your family, and friends

Disney Discounts on products, resorts, and ticketing

Complimentary Disney+ Subscription

Excellent parental and guardian leave

Access to Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and managing technology projects, ideally within the travel or e-commerce industry.
• Strong background in business analysis and systems integration, with hands-on experience in API-driven environments.
• Experience working within a large, matrixed organization and managing multiple stakeholders across regions.

Responsibilities

• Drive the evolution of Disney Parks’ reservation and booking platforms through innovative technology delivery.
• Lead the delivery of complex, cross-functional technology projects, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and performance excellence.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading entertainment conglomerate seeks a Technical Project Lead for a fixed-term contract in London. This role involves driving innovation by enhancing Disney Parks’ reservation platforms and managing key stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technology project management within the travel industry. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment. Competitive benefits include 25 days of annual leave and private medical insurance.