Lead Delivery Manager

7 days ago

London, United Kingdom Zazu-Digital Full time

Are you ready to make an impact in one of the UK's most dynamic and transformative public sector organisations? We are recruiting for the role of Lead Delivery manager within the in-house digital product and services department of a groundbreaking public sector entity that's reshaping the way public services are delivered.


Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.

The Role: Lead Delivery manager

As Lead Delivery Manager plays a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex digital products and services within the organisation. The Lead Delivery Manager is accountable for the delivery of projects and programmes, ensuring they align with strategic objectives and are executed efficiently and effectively. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, offering strategic delivery solutions and driving innovation in delivery practices. You will provide leadership and direction to delivery teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The Delivery Team is not just a department within Digital and Data Services; they are the catalysts that enable teams to achieve greatness together. They lay the groundwork for success, fostering an environment where team members can take responsibility, make decisions, and work together cohesively. Our team is driven by a culture of openness, enabling us to deliver work that aligns with our organisation's values and purpose.

The things you’ll achieve

Strategic:

- Develop and implement strategic delivery plans aligned with organisational goals and priorities.

- Lead the development of delivery strategies that incorporate best practices and emerging trends in project management and delivery methodologies.

- Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency, quality, and outcomes.

- Identify and assess risks, opportunities, and challenges in delivery operations, developing proactive strategies to address them.

- Ensure alignment between delivery activities and broader organisational strategies, maximising the impact of delivery efforts on overall business objectives.

Delivery:

- Oversee the successful delivery of complex and high-impact projects, ensuring they meet quality standards, deadlines, and stakeholder expectations.

- Manage and coordinate multiple delivery teams, providing direction, support, and leadership to achieve project objectives.

- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, monitoring progress, and adjusting strategies as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.

- Implement and refine agile methodologies and practices across delivery teams, fostering collaboration, transparency, and adaptability.

- Resolve escalated delivery issues and blockers, leveraging expertise and resources to keep projects on track and mitigate risks effectively.

Leadership:

- Cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within delivery teams, promoting collaboration, accountability, and growth.

- Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, building trust, transparency, and alignment with organisational goals and priorities.

- Serve as a mentor and role model for delivery professionals, inspiring and empowering them to achieve their full potential.

- Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, resilience, and adaptability in navigating complex challenges and driving positive change.

- Foster strong cross-functional relationships and collaboration across teams and departments, driving collective success and organisational cohesion.

Commercial:

- Manage and optimise project budgets and resources to maximise value and minimise waste, ensuring efficient financial management.

- Identify and capitalise on opportunities to enhance delivery efficiency, effectiveness, and value creation, driving tangible business outcomes.

- Negotiate and manage contracts, agreements, and partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to support delivery objectives and requirements.

- Monitor and analyse project financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for optimisation or cost-saving.

- Develop and implement commercial strategies and initiatives to support delivery objectives, mitigate risks, and maximise return on investment.

About you

- Experience in strategic leadership and programme management.

- Strong track record of driving innovation and excellence in project delivery.

- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and government procurement processes.

- Expertise in modern technology and its application in project delivery.

- Exceptional communication and leadership skills at the executive level.

About you

- Experience in strategic leadership and programme management.

- Strong track record of driving innovation and excellence in project delivery.

- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and government procurement processes.

- Expertise in modern technology and its application in project delivery.

- Exceptional communication and leadership skills at the executive level

On offer is a competitive salary, one of the best pension schemes available, and a highly flexible working model that champions work/life balance, including hybrid working (2 days in the office per week). You will have the opportunity to be part of one of the most ambitious, pioneering, and intellectually challenging places to work in local government.

Apply now and join the team in driving the organisation's transformation and playing a key role in shaping its future.

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