Change and Transformation

Join a dynamic team at a premier Global FMCG company, valued at over USD 10 billion, as their EMEA Technology Lead. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead regional operations, collaborating closely with key stakeholders to drive technology strategies aligned with corporate objectives. With a new CIO driving transformation globally, you'll play a crucial part in shaping the technology landscape across EMEA, capitalizing on strong performance and ambitious growth plans.As the interface between global leaders and business partners, you'll be instrumental in unlocking the business value of assets and capabilities, ensuring strategic alignment of operational processes and projects in the region. Your leadership will extend to preparing the local organization for technological changes and driving operational excellence by leveraging internal and external resources to enhance service outcomes. Moreover, you'll champion the implementation of systems and tools to monitor and improve service quality, fostering collaboration with supporting groups like PMO, architecture, security, and infrastructure.We are seeking candidates with a BS in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 12 years of business partnering experience, including at least 5 years in team management. Your exceptional analytical and organizational skills, combined with a customer-focused approach, will be instrumental in driving success in this high-volume and demanding professional environment. If you have a background in the Manufacturing or Food and Beverage industry, that's a plus. Join us and lead local initiatives to deliver optimal results within schedule and budget while ensuring compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

The Role:Lead the digital transformation initiatives within the joint venture, collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners.Develop and implement strategies to drive digital transformation across various business functions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.Provide expert guidance and advice to clients on digital transformation best practices, tailored to their specific needs and objectives.Oversee the planning and execution of digital transformation projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, budget, and timeline. About you:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.Minimum of 10 years of experience in digital transformation, with a focus on system integration, preferably in consulting or IT services firms.Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering digital transformation projects, from inception to implementation.Strong understanding of digital technologies, including cloud computing, data analytics, AI, IoT, and automation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels.Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.Certifications in relevant areas such as PMP, ITIL, Agile, or specific technology platforms are a plus.

Business Architect - Operating Model Design - Contract - Enhanced DV ClearedRate: NegotiableIR35: OutsideLocation: Hybrid - Remote / Central London or Remote / South WestThe role:Business Architect, with Enhanced DV Clearance, is urgently being sought by a leading Security Services Institution to undertake a long-term engagement 6-12 months initially.Due to nature of the work, Enhanced DV Clearance is required for this role.Key Skills/ Experience:Significant experience in the development of operating models.Proven track record and experience of other Business Architecture areas, incl. business and technology strategies, process models, business and technology capability models and taxonomiesGood understanding of design thinking, value stream mapping, customer profiles and journeys, KPIs, risk and control frameworks, and KRIsExperience in Business Architecture or related roles (e.g. Business Analyst, Process Architect), with at least 6 years as a Business ArchitectQualified in ITIL and TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)Operating Model design and implementationGeneral Business Architecture skillsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Senior Project Manager - SC Cleared - 6 MonthsRate: Up to £600 per dayDuration: 6 monthsLocation: Remote / LondonIR35: InsideThe Role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior Project Manager, with a strong track record in successful delivery, to support the delivery of a high-profile Immigration programme.The programme is both high profile and high priority, seeking to design a new strategic legislative and policy framework. This is a 6-month initial contract, Inside IR35.Experience requirements:Have significant experience in delivering either complex or high-risk projects within agreed time, cost and quality constraints.Ability to scope and deliver projects within a complex environment.Be experienced, credible & proactive in dealing with a broad and complex range of stakeholders, with the confidence to engage with senior officials and ministers.Ability to adapt and be flexible in a changing environment and areas of political sensitivity.Have practical experience in actively managing project risks.Be an experienced people manager, able to build and develop a high performing, flexible and motivated project team.Be comfortable networking throughout the business, challenging and influencing decision making when required.A recognised accreditation in professional project management (PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM etc..)Experience delivering a policy project and understanding of the UK immigration system would be useful, but not essential.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Our client is hiring a Head of IT PMO to join and lead the team in Dubai. What You Will Do:Build a stable, standardised, and repeatable model for project delivery.Drive the direction and strategy of project management competency for the organisation.Ensures PM competency development of all PM staff and the expansion of PM general knowledge across the organisation through various learning and development initiatives.Act as a central hub and enforces project management best practices, project management systems (including document repository structure), standards, guidance, and tools, to enable predictability, reliability, transparency, and accountability.Prepare new elements and improves existing methodology items - project management processes, policies, tools, templates, reporting requirements and other resources to meet the demands of the PM staff and management across the organisation.Coaches project managers and staff to carry out their tasks efficiently and uphold company's standards throughout each projects development and execution.Provides guidance and coaching support and serves as champion and advocate for PM best practices to enable thoughtful engagement and information sharing among project staff and stakeholders.Supports project managers in creating estimates, project plans, and other key project documentation.Conducts project reviews and audits to evaluate project performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that lessons learned are captured and applied across the organisation.Coordinates and communicates with project stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration, resolve conflicts, and manage expectations. What We Need:Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field is a plus10+ years experience in project management and consulting / professional servicesAgile experience is a mustExperience seeing projects through the full life cycleProven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

Join a dynamic team at a premier Global FMCG company, valued at over USD 10 billion, as their EMEA Technology Lead. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead regional operations, collaborating closely with key stakeholders to drive technology strategies aligned with corporate objectives. With a new CIO driving transformation globally, you'll play a crucial part in shaping the technology landscape across EMEA, capitalizing on strong performance and ambitious growth plans.As the interface between global leaders and business partners, you'll be instrumental in unlocking the business value of assets and capabilities, ensuring strategic alignment of operational processes and projects in the region. Your leadership will extend to preparing the local organization for technological changes and driving operational excellence by leveraging internal and external resources to enhance service outcomes. Moreover, you'll champion the implementation of systems and tools to monitor and improve service quality, fostering collaboration with supporting groups like PMO, architecture, security, and infrastructure.We are seeking candidates with a BS in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 12 years of business partnering experience, including at least 5 years in team management. Your exceptional analytical and organizational skills, combined with a customer-focused approach, will be instrumental in driving success in this high-volume and demanding professional environment. If you have a background in the Manufacturing or Food and Beverage industry, that's a plus. Join us and lead local initiatives to deliver optimal results within schedule and budget while ensuring compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

The Role:Lead the digital transformation initiatives within the joint venture, collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners.Develop and implement strategies to drive digital transformation across various business functions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.Provide expert guidance and advice to clients on digital transformation best practices, tailored to their specific needs and objectives.Oversee the planning and execution of digital transformation projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, budget, and timeline. About you:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.Minimum of 10 years of experience in digital transformation, with a focus on system integration, preferably in consulting or IT services firms.Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering digital transformation projects, from inception to implementation.Strong understanding of digital technologies, including cloud computing, data analytics, AI, IoT, and automation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels.Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.Certifications in relevant areas such as PMP, ITIL, Agile, or specific technology platforms are a plus.

Business Architect - Operating Model Design - Contract - Enhanced DV ClearedRate: NegotiableIR35: OutsideLocation: Hybrid - Remote / Central London or Remote / South WestThe role:Business Architect, with Enhanced DV Clearance, is urgently being sought by a leading Security Services Institution to undertake a long-term engagement 6-12 months initially.Due to nature of the work, Enhanced DV Clearance is required for this role.Key Skills/ Experience:Significant experience in the development of operating models.Proven track record and experience of other Business Architecture areas, incl. business and technology strategies, process models, business and technology capability models and taxonomiesGood understanding of design thinking, value stream mapping, customer profiles and journeys, KPIs, risk and control frameworks, and KRIsExperience in Business Architecture or related roles (e.g. Business Analyst, Process Architect), with at least 6 years as a Business ArchitectQualified in ITIL and TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)Operating Model design and implementationGeneral Business Architecture skillsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Senior Project Manager - SC Cleared - 6 MonthsRate: Up to £600 per dayDuration: 6 monthsLocation: Remote / LondonIR35: InsideThe Role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior Project Manager, with a strong track record in successful delivery, to support the delivery of a high-profile Immigration programme.The programme is both high profile and high priority, seeking to design a new strategic legislative and policy framework. This is a 6-month initial contract, Inside IR35.Experience requirements:Have significant experience in delivering either complex or high-risk projects within agreed time, cost and quality constraints.Ability to scope and deliver projects within a complex environment.Be experienced, credible & proactive in dealing with a broad and complex range of stakeholders, with the confidence to engage with senior officials and ministers.Ability to adapt and be flexible in a changing environment and areas of political sensitivity.Have practical experience in actively managing project risks.Be an experienced people manager, able to build and develop a high performing, flexible and motivated project team.Be comfortable networking throughout the business, challenging and influencing decision making when required.A recognised accreditation in professional project management (PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM etc..)Experience delivering a policy project and understanding of the UK immigration system would be useful, but not essential.If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Our client is hiring a Head of IT PMO to join and lead the team in Dubai. What You Will Do:Build a stable, standardised, and repeatable model for project delivery.Drive the direction and strategy of project management competency for the organisation.Ensures PM competency development of all PM staff and the expansion of PM general knowledge across the organisation through various learning and development initiatives.Act as a central hub and enforces project management best practices, project management systems (including document repository structure), standards, guidance, and tools, to enable predictability, reliability, transparency, and accountability.Prepare new elements and improves existing methodology items - project management processes, policies, tools, templates, reporting requirements and other resources to meet the demands of the PM staff and management across the organisation.Coaches project managers and staff to carry out their tasks efficiently and uphold company's standards throughout each projects development and execution.Provides guidance and coaching support and serves as champion and advocate for PM best practices to enable thoughtful engagement and information sharing among project staff and stakeholders.Supports project managers in creating estimates, project plans, and other key project documentation.Conducts project reviews and audits to evaluate project performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that lessons learned are captured and applied across the organisation.Coordinates and communicates with project stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration, resolve conflicts, and manage expectations. What We Need:Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field is a plus10+ years experience in project management and consulting / professional servicesAgile experience is a mustExperience seeing projects through the full life cycleProven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline