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Your role: We''re looking for a Senior Project Manager to join the Data team. Our teams support the business in broadening data informed decision making and experiences. You''ll work with Agile teams in London, Sofia and Bangalore that are not only responsible for the collection, ingestion, utilisation and warehousing of Data across the business, but also the enrichment of our data assets through machine learning and AI. Through our collective ambition, we provide industry leading insights tools, consumer facing AI features and products. We collect, analyse and interpret data to build dynamic and transformative partnerships with our brands. Data products e.g. insights tools, consumer facing AI features and efficiency tooling.Responsibilities

Oversee the software development life cycle, which includes tailoring agile ways of working, developing a culture of continuous delivery, and collaboratively shaping the delivery practises of your teamsUse Delivery tools such as Jira, Jira Product Discovery, and Miro to support engineering teams day-to-day, and have a clear view of progressRaising and resolving risks, dependencies and issues, and negotiating trade-offs and dependencies with other teamsReporting on delivery progress and ensuring timely communications and updates with all stakeholders (familiarity with Scaled Agile frameworks such as SAFe is a plus)Coaching and mentoring on Agile practices with more junior team membersBe a part of and contribute to the Project and Programme Management (PPM) community within News UK (40+ PPMs)Extensive experience in managing end-to-end delivery of complex projects across multiple Agile teams, with a strong focus on delivering business value and validating benefits with stakeholdersProven track record of using Agile methodologies to build collaborative, cross-functional teams and establish effective delivery practices, including backlog creation and resource managementExpertise in tailoring Agile ways of working, fostering a culture of continuous delivery, and implementing lean delivery principles such as value mapping and continuous improvementProficient in utilising delivery tools such as Jira, Jira Product Discovery, and Miro to monitor progress, manage dependencies, and ensure clear communication with stakeholdersStrong stakeholder management skills, including proactive communication, risk resolution, and negotiation of trade-offs to ensure smooth project deliveryExperience in coaching and mentoring junior team members on Agile practices, and contributing to a broader Project and Programme Management communityNotes

If you think you have what it takes but don\''t tick every requirement on the list, please do apply. We recognise that considering someone\''s potential as well as their experience is a great way to hire. We want to hear from people who have a passion to learn and develop.About News UK

News UK is one of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland. Our newsbrands include The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio and Virgin Radio UK, and we have market-leading local stations across Ireland. Our world-famous brands provide news, analysis, opinion and entertainment to almost 40 million people each month. Spanning print and pixel, audio and video, events and experiences, our multi-format brands are home to a plurality of opinion, representing the diverse communities we serve. We exist to promote a fair society, freedom of speech and a little bit of fun. We operate a hybrid working policy with a minimum of three days a week in the office. Some roles may require more office-based days depending on the nature of the position; speak with your recruiter to learn more about what\''s required for your role.Diversity and Inclusion

To ensure these stories resonate with as broad an audience as possible, it is essential that our organisation reflects the diversity of the people we reach. We are committed to representing the rich variety of voices that make up our society, and we champion a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and thrive as we continue to innovate and drive long term sustainable growth. This is supported by our Diversity Strategy and employee-led networks such as the African and Caribbean Network, Parents and Carers, LGBTQ+ group News Is Out, and the Apprentice Society.Benefits

Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditionsDiscounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly in person/ virtual exercise classesBikes for Work and Electric Car schemeUp to 60% discount on Harper Collins booksMaternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary and paternity leave up to 2 weeksAccess to exclusive events and competitions with brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK and The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebritiesAccess to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counsellingA generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per ..... full job details .....