Program Director Emea

Company Description

No one makes sense of data like Experian. We are on a mission to deliver the full power of data, analytics and technology in ways that transform lives.

And our mission matters. Our work empowers individuals, families, businesses, communities and governments to make smarter decisions and navigate the world with confidence. Our products, services and time make a real difference to the financial lives of people all over the world.

Individually we are explorers, with a passion for discovery and innovation. When we come together as a community, we inspire and support each other to make connections, uncover solutions and travel further. We are pioneers, leaders in our field: we recognise no boundaries and accept no limits to our ambition. Together we help create a better tomorrow for everyone. Together we are #UniquelyExperian

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**Job Description**:
Experian are currently looking for a Programme Director to lead a major transformation portfolio programme across EMEA and APAC regions’ business in multiple territories. The overall programme is a group of tightly interrelated programmes executed over an extended period of time. The role oversees the activities of project managers and other project leads assigned to the program. This role is responsible for the overall program delivery including programme plan, execution, resource management, issue tracking, quality, governance, change management, risk management, communications and budget.
- Establish and leads major transformation technology programmes across EMEA & APAC Experian.
- Serves as the single accountable party for defining, planning, orchestrating, and delivering given programme.
- Ability to perform all the functions of the Project Manager (Level 4).
- Acts as liaison between stakeholders, sponsors and steering committee and manages these relationships.
- Develop and compose business cases to support the acquisition or development of critical project components or strategic initiatives.
- Indirectly guides project management staff in the development, monitoring, update and execution of plans for business unit projects including cross-functional communication, financial analysis, risk management planning, budget management and change control.
- Identifies, defines and manages all aspects of programme level projects. Including, but not limited to, the overall programme project plan, execution, resource management, issue tracking, quality, governance, change management, risk management, communications and budget.
- Ensures that delivery and Practice project management processes and procedures are adhered to on all projects within the programme.
- Conduct financial analyses on programme alternatives including cost/benefit analysis, to determine programme feasibility and direction.
- Develop and maintain programme risk management plans.
- Specify, obtain through resource demand management and allocate resources to meet programme requirements.
- Creates visibility across teams to mitigate coordination challenges (with Service Owners and Providers as applicable)
- Implement Agile / Scrum master tools and techniques

**Qualifications**:

- Proven ability to quickly earn the trust of key stakeholders, motivate teams and delivery tough messages with grace
- Excellent knowledge of project management methodology and tools including software
- Excellent knowledge of Agile frameworks and delivery in an Agile environment, including maturing agile performance of the programme
- Excellent knowledge of business unit products and operations.
- Demonstrable experience of delivering programmes within DevOps/DevSecOps frameworks
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Superb problem solving and analytical skills.
- Advanced negotiations and conflict management skills.
- Excellent multi-tasking abilities.
- Excellent leadership and influencing skills.
- Ability to travel - up to 50%
- Fluent English speaker with other European language capability and/or awareness of cultures a bonus
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- PMI Accredited - Project Management Professional qualification
- 12+ years functional experience.
- 1-2 years supervisory experience.
- Experience of Mergers and Acquisition with technology integration is a plus

Additional Information

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