Job Title: Business Program Manager
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Model: Hybrid
Duration: 12 Months
Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Program Manager to drive impactful outcomes through the management of end-to-end program plans. This individual will take full ownership of program delivery, while influencing key stakeholders, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful execution of complex, high-priority programs. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of program management methodologies, be an expert in navigating ambiguity, and have a proven ability to build relationships across teams to drive program success.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Strategy:
- Develop and manage comprehensive program plans to drive successful outcomes.
- Own program delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
- Lead program scoping and resource allocation, balancing short-term needs with long-term goals.
- Identify innovative solutions to address problems and manage program priorities.
- Review and evaluate options based on cost/benefit analysis and organizational priorities.
Process & Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Design and implement program management methodologies based on best practices, tools, and processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define, streamline, and execute processes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Manage multiple interrelated timelines, goals, and resources concurrently, influencing decision-making across teams.
- Foster and lead strategic partnerships across functional areas, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Drive process improvements, increasing efficiency and minimizing rework.
Program & Stakeholder Management:
- Communicate program vision and progress to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Guide teams and stakeholders to meet goals, ensuring clear alignment of objectives and priorities.
- Act as the primary point of contact for program-related risks and provide proactive mitigation strategies.
- Establish and monitor key performance metrics for program success, driving continuous improvements.
- Present program updates to leadership, securing buy-in from executive sponsors.
Risk & Issue Management:
- Identify and assess program risks, tracking and addressing potential issues that may impact the program's success.
- Take proactive steps to mitigate risks, ensuring smooth program execution.
- Lead risk identification and assessment activities, providing timely updates to leadership.
Documentation & Reporting:
- Ensure comprehensive program documentation is maintained, including solution scope, design, and task-level deliverables.
- Generate and communicate reports, ensuring stakeholders are informed of program status and risks.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Business Acumen: Ability to understand business goals, identify key drivers, and drive growth through strategic program management.
- Consultative & Client Management: Skilled at engaging with clients and partners, using data to drive decisions, and influencing outcomes.
- Program Management Expertise: Deep understanding of managing complex programs with multiple stakeholders, setting clear goals, and maintaining focus on successful delivery.
- Risk & Resource Management: Proficient in identifying risks, allocating resources effectively, and mitigating potential issues.
- Leadership & Influence: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leaders to achieve common program goals.
- Communication & Storytelling: Ability to effectively communicate strategies, outcomes, and challenges to diverse audiences, crafting compelling narratives through data.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in using data to drive business decisions and continuous improvements across programs.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
- Experience: 5+ years of program management experience, with a proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional programs to successful outcomes.
- Product Knowledge: Strong understanding of Google's product areas and how they intersect with business goals and objectives.
