Project Manager
Do you enjoy taking ownership for delivering successful projects?
Would you like to be part of a Program Management Office delivering value for the business?
About our Team
We are a team of Program and Project Managers who deliver transformational change for our analytical and digital tools and business processes. We collaborate globally and work cross-functionally to ensure flawless and robust enhancements and refinements. We deliver a variety of successful strategic projects that create value and provide inspirational solutions for our customers and business.
About the Role
Project Manager in the Operations Program Management Office is responsible for the management of key strategic projects that are large, complex and cross-functional. You may also be responsible for providing Operations representation on global project teams and leading workstreams within Elsevier-wide projects. You will be fully knowledgeable of the best practices of project management and will be responsible for multiple projects running concurrently.
Responsibilities
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Provide direction and purpose for projects and project teams within remit, ensuring that project management best practices and the appropriate project methodology are employed; proactively maintain specialized project management skills.
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Execute projects that deliver agreed business benefits; regularly assess progress against defined plans and stakeholder requirements.
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Ensure a robust governance and project structure is in place with clear strategic alignment.
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Mentor members of the project teams to achieve a high level of performance and quality. Create a psychologically safe environment and promote empowerment of the team. Ensure that each team member is fully engaged in the project and making a meaningful contribution.
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Ensure that change management best practice is employed, develop effective communication plans.
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Communicate progress to the steering committee and key stakeholders to ensure a consistent level of awareness, buy-in and support for change of plans.
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Organise and lead project team/working group meetings; ensuring resources are agreed and roles/responsibilities are clear; prepare/distribute status updates and other project reporting.
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Employ a "lessons learned" methodology to continually improve delivery.
Requirements
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Demonstrate a proven history of successfully delivering multiple projects across diverse domains, showcasing the ability to quickly adapt to new industries and environments. Candidates should have experience in managing projects that not only yield tangible business benefits but also require the capacity to learn and apply knowledge in unfamiliar areas, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and project execution regardless of the subject matter.
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Be a natural communicator with excellent written and verbal skills, able to engage senior stakeholders and present technical content to a range of audiences.
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Have proven experience of designing and delivering project plans and aligning project deliverables for successful execution.
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Have experience of designing and delivering change management activities to maximize buy-in and minimize resistance on multiple projects.
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Enjoy collaborating and leading teams to solve complex business problems and implement innovative solutions.
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Have experience managing risks and issues, and taking ownership for mitigation plans on multiple projects.
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Demonstrate exemplary integrity at all times.
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Familiarity with project management methodologies, e.g. Agile, Prince2, Lean Six Sigma, PMP, and tools such as JIRA and Confluence is an advantage.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
Working for You
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
● Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.
● Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.
● Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
● Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.
● Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
● Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.
● Medical Screening: Your well-being is a top priority.
● Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
● Long-Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.
● New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.
● Subsidized Meals in Chennai: Enjoy delicious meals at discounted rates.
● Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.
● Free Transport pick up and drop from the home -office - home (applies in Chennai)
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
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