Job Description
In this role youwilldrivehigh complextechnology initiatives elevate program management standards and lead a team of Technical Program Managerspartnering closely with senior Engineering and Product leaders to turn strategy into results.
If you thrive in complexity influence at VP level with confidence and empathy and combine strong agileexpertisewith people leadership this is your opportunity to shape large-scale digital impact.
Core Responsibilities
Drive successful delivery of value across our largestandmost complex multi- programs both through their own involvement as well as leadership of other Technical Program Managers (TPMs)withinMarket & Channels Technology(MCT)
People leadership responsibility (including performance management andobjective setting) for Tech Program Managers (associate to senior) includingcoaching and development whilstfacilitatingand advocating for a continuouslearning approach in a culture which provides candid feedback in a kind and
constructive manner.
Provide oversight of key delivery details to effectively support Program Managers
in their delivery and support to proactively resolve risks
Articulate and manage complex trade-offs across cost time quality and architectural considerations
Champion of Program standards and best practices across the department
(including providing guidance to others in tailoring approaches)
Play your part in our team succeeding
The Delivery Office in MCT is responsible driving the delivery of our most complex and criticalDigitalprograms that relate to all things Direct to Consumerand alsoBusiness to Business. Wefacilitatethe development of clear plans which are orchestrated excellently with clear progress reporting and proactive risk management. As a department we carry a reputation of having high EQandbring large teams together to deliver tangible business outcomes for the LEGO Group.
Do you have what it takes
The ideal candidateblends a broad knowledge Tech Business and People skills with an ability to adapt and a keenness to learn new things at pace. You bring a solid hands-on and proven experience with agile delivery models ideally with more than one framework e.g. the OKR framework as well as an understandingof traditional program management delivery models with the ability to blenddelivery models when needed.In addition we expect to see:
Excellent relationship skills with the ability to quickly build credibility with ProductEngineeringand Businesscolleagues up to Director / VP level
Strongstakeholder engagement skillsacross all levelswith a combination of firmness and empathy.
Solidfacilitationskills of program steermeetings with the ability to shape
the governance across the program
Team leadership skills with experiencing in developing capability coaching both through formal and informal leadership
Thought leadershipwhen it comes to Agile DeliveryManagement and emerging
knowledge of how AI can transform program management
Clear communication in shapingnarratives that connect complex programs to portfolio and organizational strategy
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills can optimize
communications depending on the needs of the recipients
Strong presentation skills comfortable speaking with and presenting to VP levelcolleagues
Knowledge of application lifecycle management software development
methodologies modern softwarearchitectureand engineering practices
Solid understanding and experience of product management practicesfinancial managementand budgeting
As a person you thrive in ambiguity andyou are aself-starterin uncertain environments.You bring emotional intelligence can standyourground firmly without damaging relationshipsand areable to push back firmly and constructively influencing without authority and able to read the room to navigate complex situations.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time including prior to any advertised closing date. So if youre interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Whats in it for you
Here is what you can expect:
Family Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellbeing - We want our people to feel well and thrive. We offer resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.
Colleague Discount We know youll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible youll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.
Workplace - When you join the team youll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.
Children are our role models. Their curiosity creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group where everyone feels safe valued and they belong.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeksto encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex gender identity or expression race/ethnicity national origin sexual orientation disability age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Childrens Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Childrens Rights.
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