Program Lead

Job Title

Responsible for leading the execution of programs strategic and transformation delivery in Technology & Operations. Partners with the SVP of Transformation, Business Change and Transition Teams. Leads project management delivery teams (matrixed). Leads execution programs for Technology & Operations Major Programs office on behalf of Warner Bros. Discovery. Develops and implements program strategies, plans, and schedules. Ensuring the program aligns with the organisations strategy and goals and reports program progress status to stakeholders. Partners with the SVP of Transformation leading the Ops Model program for Technology and Operations. Accountable for IT Financial management across Technology M&A execution programs, ensuring robust spend control is in place. Close and strong working partnership with the Office of the CIO Business Operations teams and FP&A functions. Lead and inspire teams of global project professionals, providing guidance and coaching as required. Lead indirect and multi-disciplinary teams across the program as required to ensure cohesiveness across the business, and set clear deliverables as required to ensure decisions are made in an agile way but are coordinated effectively where necessary. Responsible for always upholding the Code of Ethics, and ensuring high standards of accountability within the business.

Technology requirements:

Degree or certifications required:

Certification in program management

Years experience:

5+ years' experience delivering major program in large multi-million dollar media and/or technology environments

Required background/ Skillsets:

Proven leadership success in dynamic, fast paced environment with multiple constituents Strong project and strategic program management experience with a passion for processes and procedures. Able to build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation. Experience of working for a global company with both direct and matrix reporting Sound knowledge of product management, platforms, systems ecosystem to align various technology and business stakeholders towards Investments strategic goals. Maintain strong work ethics with high integrity. Consensus and team builder. Must be extremely results oriented. Proven ability to excite and lead a successful team, is data-driven and outcome orientation. Ability to multitask and handle on a proactive basis, changing priorities in a fast-paced environment to maximize time-management and efficiencies. Demonstrated business acumen, problem solving skills, intellectual maturity and relationship management skills. Ability to balance risk with business priorities and apply the appropriate sense of urgency to issues. Adept in Financial Management of large programs/projects Excellent in engaging with various technology & business stakeholders at varied level to align them towards the common objectives. Excellent execution focused attitude to see through organization vision & strategic goals are commonly shared, understood and met using various execution strategy actions. Strong analytics and problem-solving skills in complex multi-faced conflicting situations Ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities.

Education: Master's or bachelor's Degree or equivalent. Mandatory Experience: 10+ years of total experience in large technology organizations Preferred Experience in media industry Preferred Certifications (any of the below): PMI PfMP, PMI PgMP, PMI PMP, A-CSM, CSM, SAFe Nice-to-Haves:

If they have a level with technology (propriety, media technology etc) and understanding how technology works If they come from a decent project management background Ability and global nature of working with companies outside of the US Disqualifiers: People who are coming down in roles, over qualified