About the role
This person will be responsible for delivering complex technological transformation initiatives in the payments industry while optimizing portfolio value. The role combines portfolio management according to MSP (Managing Successful Programmes) principles with project delivery following PMI standards and Agile frameworks.
Your responsibilities
* Lead complex Payretailers IT projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, ensuring alignment with business strategy and regulatory requirements. Collaborate closely with domain leads and other chief technology and business stakeholders.
* Implement flexible governance framework that bridges Agile and Waterfall approaches, standardizing delivery while maintaining agility and compliance.
* Manage project dependencies between Agile and Waterfall teams, synchronizing sprint cycles with waterfall phases and key milestones to ensure seamless integration.
* Plan capacity, optimising specialised skill utilisation while maintaining project momentum and delivery quality.
* Lead stakeholder management across business units, partners and technology teams. Communicate effectively in English and Spanish to ensure clear and concise collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
* Drive continuous improvement, identifying lessons learned and related actions for each endeavour, with a relentless focus on efficiency and delivery of business value.
* Guide teams through methodology transitions, mentoring project managers in effective hybrid practices and fostering knowledge sharing across product and technology.
About you
* +5 Years of experience managing complex IT projects (involving SW Delivery), handling multiple stakeholders.
* Proficient in project and portfolio management methodologies with deep expertise in planning, stakeholder management and communication.
* Experience with project management tools, JIRA Software – Atlassian package preferred.
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
* Experience with global, multicultural teams across different timezones.
* Excellent analytical skills and proven ability to solve problems creatively.
* Fluent in English and Spanish (C1 level or higher).
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience.
What we offer
* 26 vacation days a year.
* Language classes & professional courses.
* Free catering & snacks in the office.
* Private health insurance.
* Free lunch at the office.
* An afternoon off on your birthday.
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