Programme Director

2 weeks ago

Aberdeen, United Kingdom Sword Group Full time

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. 

As an IT Transition Programme Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the IT aspects of our divestment projects within the Energy sector. This role requires a deep understanding of both IT infrastructure and the unique challenges associated with divestments in the oil and gas industry. You will be the key liaison between IT, business units, and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless transitions.

Here's what the role looks like:

Lead IT transition projects related to oil and gas divestments, ensuring all IT systems and services are successfully transferred. Develop and execute detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives. Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues related to IT transitions. Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders. Coordinate and manage resources, including IT staff and third-party vendors. Support post-transition activities and ensure successful handover to operational teams.

Requirements

•Proven experience as an IT Transition Project Manager, preferably within the oil and gas industry.

•Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and services.

•Experience in managing divestment projects and knowledge of the associated challenges and requirements.

•Excellent project management skills, including the ability to develop detailed project plans and manage budgets.

•Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

•Proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

Benefits

We have opportunities for talented individuals interested in both contract and staff engagements.

At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success.

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: 

Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. 

Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. 

A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more…. 

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. 

If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments. 

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