Technology Delivery Specialist | London, UK

Accenture; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Technology Delivery Associate Manager in London. This role involves managing technology project delivery, requiring strong project management skills and experience in the Media, Telecoms, or Software industries. The position offers competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic work environment that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in Media, Telecoms, or Software & Platform industries.
• Exposure to Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of technology projects.
• Plan, execute, and monitor projects for successful outcomes.
• Communicate risks and issues clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Job description

Job Role: Technology Delivery Associate Manager

Location: London (with adhoc travel)

Career Level: Level 9 (Team Lead)

Salary: Competitive, plus benefits.

Company Background

Accenture as a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. With 650,000+ people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

"Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

Accenture is a company that will allow you to learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that flourishes with shared success, innovative ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways.

The Technology Delivery Associate Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of technology projects and solutions. This role involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects to ensure successful outcomes. The Technology Delivery Associate Manager will work closely with project teams, stakeholders, and vendors to deliver high-quality technology solutions that meet business needs. This role requires a strong understanding of technology and the ability to manage complex projects. They should have excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. They should also be able to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities:

Planning:

• Ensures that work priorities and assumptions align with the program objectives
• Minimizes opportunity for mistakes by building review time into plan
• Creates a logical plan, realistic estimates, and reasonable schedule for an activity or project segment

Execution:

• Properly documents and follows through on progress, issues, and agreements
• Organizes and structures productive and efficient team meetings based on meeting objectives and format

Problem Solving:

• Quickly identifies or isolates the root causes of issues or problems
• Suggests options for resolving issues and improving the quality of work
• Provides solutions to problems for their immediate team, and may provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams

Risk Management:

• Recognizes own limitations and asks for help when needed
• Proactively mitigates risk by identifying potential pitfalls and creating strategies to avoid them
• Mitigates risk by proactively preparing for objections and considering the client's point of view
• Ensures that implications of decisions are thought through and addressed, regardless of who has "official" responsibility

Communication:

• Documents and communicates issues in an organized manner
• Makes difficult ideas and concepts easy to understand
• Communicates potential risks to stakeholders in a clear and constructive manner
• Is clear and direct when providing guidance, responding to questions, and setting expectations
• Uses simple and easy-to-understand frameworks and formats to present information and ideas
• Asks direct questions to seek a greater understanding of underlying assumptions and expectations
• Adapts written and verbal communication style to fit audience needs and communication mediums

We are looking for experience in the following areas:

• Experience doing similar work either at or outside of Accenture
• Experience in the Media, Telecoms or Software & Platform industries.
• Project management exposure and experience with methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

About Accenture
We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people's physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.
Visit us at www.accenture.com

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