Manager Operation jobs in United Kingdom

An incredible opportunity for a highly innovative and analytical Project Manager to lead across business planning and strategy for a globally established music and entertainment business on a 6-month contract.

Reporting to the EVP Transformation and SVP, Strategy & Operations, your main responsibility will be to ensure seamless collaboration among internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle and ensure that deliverables exceed client expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Project Planning and Strategy: Develop and execute detailed project plans, outlining project scope, timelines, resource allocation, and key milestones. Devise strategies for effective communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with c-suite as well as internal cross-functional teams e.g. marketing, transformation, finance, People team.
• Project Execution: Direct daily management of project activities, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Problem-Solving & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and address potential risks or bottlenecks that could hinder project success. Develop and implement contingency plans.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in project or program management, ideally in a multi-territory media or entertainment. Experience in the music industry is a bonus but not essential.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.