Lead Project & Program Manager
Lead Project & Program Manager
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Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Project Manager to drive and manage our clients digital transformation EHS and ESG project and programme delivery initiatives. This role blends project management expertise with strategic practices to deliver high-impact projects that enhance operational efficiency transparency and accountability across global teams and industries. The Lead Project Manager will work cross-functionally with consultants expert services cloud engineering and product teams to lead projects focused on optimizing processes establishing governance and ensuring sustainable operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Delivery
- Define project scope objectives deliverables and timelines for digital transformation and ESG initiatives
- Lead the delivery of electronic Permit to Work systems and EHS compliance platforms
- Manage change requests SOW approvals and milestone-based delivery
- Facilitate global stakeholder meetings and cross-functional collaboration
- Ensure project documentation reporting and governance are maintained to high standards
- Identify and mitigate risks to project timelines or objectives
- Ensure successful project delivery in accordance with project management methods
Organization
- Drive small medium and large implementations across regions time zones and cultures
- Align Sales Legal Finance and Tech to ensure every project is commercially sound and technically robust
- Coach and mentor project managers and consultants to ensure delivery excellence
- Maintain operational rigor through governance risk management and structured reporting
- Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across teams
Communication
- Act as a central point of contact for all projects communicating regularly with stakeholders
- Write and maintain clear project documentation best practices and process guides
- Professionally interact with internal and external stakeholders through various media
- Present project insights and updates to both technical and non-technical audiences
OTHER DUTIES
- Participate in recruiting activities and onboarding of new team members
- Represent Wolters Kluwer at industry events and forums
- Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by Director
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Experienced in managing complex cross-functional projects on time and within budget
- Proficient in project management methodologies (Agile Waterfall) and tools (Jira MS Project)
- Strong background in budgeting forecasting and interpreting financial data
- Proficiency in data analysis using Excel SQL or BI tools
- Familiarity with scripting or automation (e.g. Python) is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to lead global teams and manage cross-cultural collaboration
Education
- Preferred: Bachelors degree or relevant industry experience
Certifications
- Certification in any project methodology is preferable (PMP Prince2 Scrum Kanban etc.)
Skills
- Leadership & Autonomy
- Manage own workload and priorities
- Complete internal obligations (timesheet status reports required training performance reviews etc.) 100% on time
- Escalate effectively and when necessary
Communication
- Able to provide functional coaching to teams and drive technical discussions with stakeholders
- Positive demeanor while providing solution options to challenges
For more details please contact Carl Rigby at
Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
