Entain
Gaming
OperationalSeniorProjectManager
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“Operational Senior Project Manager at Entain. Skills: Project delivery, Programme management, Operational projects. Lead project delivery. Provide leadership and oversight”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver projects to agreed scope; Deliver projects to timelines; Deliver projects to budget; Deliver projects to quality standards; Achieve stakeholder alignment; Secure funding approval; Ensure timely visibility to leadership; Track benefit realization; Post-implementation review against KPIs
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven track record delivering retail projects, Project and programme management capability, Experience across planning, governance, risk management, Demonstrated ability to lead and develop
Nice to Have
Experience in operational efficiency, Experience in process improvement, Experience in people-led change
What You'll Do.
Lead project delivery
Provide leadership and oversight
Own end-to-end planning
Be accountable for project lifecycle
Develop robust business cases
Build and maintain relationships
manage and escalate risks
Embed governance and control practices
Ensure effective transition of outcomes
Drive continuous improvement
coaching and development
Foster a positive team culture
Work in close partnership with PMO
Build and maintain effective relationships
Establish cross-functional relationships
Deputise for Head of Projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Key business stakeholders; Central PMO function; Retail Operations teams; Internal Communications teams; Store and field teams; Property, VM and People teams; Programme and Communications teams
Communication Scope
Clear, concise, timely communications; Clear, engaging, professional manner
Process & Methodology
Project governance, Delivery governance, Project lifecycle, Risk management, Delivery controls, Programme delivery
Full Job Description
We are Entain. Powered by our very own technology and building products that push boundaries, Entain is home to a global family of more than 30+ well-known brands and over 29,000 people, but we all play for the same team. When we win, we win together. Our vision is to be the world number one in betting, gaming and interactive entertainment by bringing moments of excitement into people's lives. We will achieve this through our focus on sustainability and growth, driving change in the fast-paced world of entertainment. The Operational Senior Project Manager will be an integral member of the UK&I Programme Team, providing essential support to the Head of Projects & Communications in delivering a portfolio of retail store and operational projects across the UK&I division. Working closely with department heads, key business stakeholders and our central PMO function, they will ensure consistent governance, control, coordination, decision making and effective implementation of all projects within their remit. Projects will range in size and scope and will include new store openings, refits and refurbishments, store format changes, experiential in‑store initiatives, people-led change, operational efficiency and process improvement. Critically, as well as overseeing the overall project delivery, you will have line management responsibilities for another Project Manager, overseeing their project governance, end-to-end delivery, support, training and wellbeing. You will be responsible for ensuring effective implementation of all projects by working closely with our Retail Operations and Internal Communications teams to deliver clear, concise and timely communications and engagement to all stakeholders, particularly store and field teams. Key responsibilities: Project Management * Lead the delivery of large, complex retail store and experiential projects and strategic initiatives , working across cross-functional teams to drive alignment and execution * Provide leadership, dire
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