OverviewFor an international leading company in the gaming & betting sector, we are looking for an :IT PORTFOLIO SENIOR MANAGERWhat you will doJoin the team of IT Portfolio and in particular in the IT department reporting directly to the IT Portfolio, Demand, Compliance and Efficiency DirectorThis role plays a key part in shaping the company’s digital transformation and ensuring IT initiatives deliver strategic value across the business. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the following areas :ICT Governance and Oversight : provide governance and oversight across all ICT programs and projects, ensuring alignment with the roadmap and strategic priorities. Regularly monitor and report on overall program and project status to ensure timely delivery, fast escalation of issues, and clear communication with top management and stakeholdersBusiness Partnership : act as the main liaison between IT and Business Demand teams, ensuring alignment and prioritization of initiatives across functions.IT Portfolio Alignment : Align IT demand and portfolio with organizational goals by maintaining close collaboration with business units and stakeholders. Ensure that demand initiatives contribute to operational efficiency and the achievement of long-term business growthIT Demand Lifecycle Management : Manage the full lifecycle of IT demand, from generation to execution, ensuring all initiatives align with IT priorities, business objectives, and the broader ICT strategy. Support teams in transforming ideas into actionable projects that deliver valueCross-Functional Demand Coordination : Coordinate demand processes with all the other demand departments (Product, Operations, etc.). Track milestones, manage dependencies, and address challenges to ensure portfolio of projects is delivered on time and within scope. Establish escalation mechanisms to resolve roadblocks effectively.Project Quality and Methodologies : Ensure quality standards are met by evolving and managing the Project and Portfolio tool defining robust methodologies for project execution and change management. Drive the adoption of best practices, supporting teams in their transitionGovernance Framework Implementation : Implement a governance framework to monitor and report on demand status, resource allocation, and alignment with strategic objectivesIT Budget and Forecasting : Lead the IT budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring effective resource allocation and spending control.IT Committee Management : Manage the preparation of IT committee with CEO and Managing DirectorDecision Support : Provide insights to support decision-making at both operational and leadership levelsQualificationsProven experience, at least 8 years, in management of complex IT Portfolios, programs and projects, including budget and resource allocation, spending monitoring and definition of cross-functional transformational roadmaps.A degree, preferably, in STEM disciplines or economics.Previous experience in leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple IT programs simultaneously, balancing priorities and adapting plans and resource allocation to changing business needs.Excellent knowledge of IT portfolio and project management and IT governance frameworks, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies, planning and budgeting processes, stakeholder management, the software development lifecycle and specific IT governance tools.Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all organizational levels. A strong understanding of both business requirements and implications, as well as technical aspects related to data, is essential. The ability to engage effectively with both business and technology stakeholders is crucialAbility to work independently with a proactive and solution-oriented and detail-oriented mindset, while thriving in collaborative team environments, and to clearly communicate complex ideas to both technical and business stakeholders.Fluency in both English and Italian, with good written and verbal communication skills.Permanent contract with Hybrid Work.Meal Allowance.Supplemental Health Insurance.The option to join our company share saving scheme.
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