Technical Project Manager

GroupM; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A media company seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee technical project delivery, managing cross-functional teams and ensuring project alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in managing complex technical projects, strong communication skills, and experience with Agile methodologies. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation within the media and advertising industries.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Employee Discounts

Mental Health Awareness Days

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technical project management or operational roles.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of Open Intelligence deployments.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between cross-functional teams.
• Establish and maintain efficient project management processes.

Skills

Technical Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPPu2019s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

About Choreograph : A Leading WPP Media Brand

Choreograph is WPPu2019s global data products and technology company. Weu2019re on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest, most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation.

We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology, data and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through the Open Media Studio, an AI-enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising.

Weu2019re endlessly curious. Our team of thinkers, builders, creators and problem solvers are over 1,000 strong, across 20 markets around the world.

Role Summary and Impact

Project Management and Development

• Technical Project Delivery: Lead the end-to-end delivery of Open Intelligence deployments, managing timelines, resources, and dependencies. Oversee the transition from development to production, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness.
• Product Ownership Collaboration: Partner closely with Product Owners to understand product roadmaps, prioritize features, and ensure alignment between development and deployment activities. Contribute to backlog refinement and sprint planning.
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Facilitate communication and collaboration between Engineering, Data Science, Operations, and other relevant teams. Resolve conflicts, manage expectations, and ensure a unified approach to project execution.
• Organizational Management: Establish and maintain efficient project management processes, including project setup, tracking, reporting, and communication frameworks. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize team productivity and project delivery.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders at all levels. Build strong relationships and ensure alignment on project goals and objectives.
• Technical Proficiency: Possess a strong understanding of software development lifecycles, data pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps principles. Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Problem Solving & Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and roadblocks. Develop contingency plans and implement solutions to address unforeseen challenges.

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media , we believe in the power of our culture and our people. Itu2019s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media u2019s shared core value s:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust .
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise .

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• 7+ years of experience in technical project management, program management, or operational roles within a software development environment.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects, ideally involving data-driven products or platforms.
• Deep understanding of Agile and hybrid project management methodologies. PMP, Scrum, or similar certifications are a plus.
• Experience in designing and implementing operational processes to improve team efficiency and drive strategic alignment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and drive consensus.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• A strong and flexible work ethic; able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understanding of the marketing and advertising industries is a plus.
• Experience with data and AI technologies is highly desirable.

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Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and weu2019re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. u00A0 u00A0

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics . We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why weu2019ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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