Project Manager – Technology & Transformation
Closing Date: 8th August 2025
Interviews: 11th August - 15th August 2025
Start Date: 15th September 2025
In a nutshell
At Virgin Atlantic (VA), we believe in every individual's potential to conquer the world, and our vision is to become the most beloved travel company. As we embark on an exhilarating new chapter, we are channeling our entrepreneurial spirit and innovative mindset to challenge the status quo.
We are seeking Project Managers with a proven track record in delivering technology solutions to join our Technology Transformation team.
Day to day
* Collaborate with Business Stakeholders to develop and review Business Cases, ensuring a clear understanding of project objectives and strategic goals.
* High-Level Planning: Develop high-level plans outlining project scope and strategic alignment, and create detailed Project Plans in Microsoft Project (MSP), identifying critical paths and milestones.
* Effective Project Delivery: Lead projects with clarity and inspiration, setting performance expectations, and ensuring completion on time and within budget.
* Team Coordination: Ensure all relevant teams and individuals are involved, briefed, and understand their roles and delivery timelines.
* Methodology Adherence: Follow the VA Project Management methodology throughout the project lifecycle.
* Financial Management: Manage project budgets, ensuring projects stay within tolerance levels.
* RAID Management: Effectively manage Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies, working with stakeholders on resolutions and mitigation plans.
About you
You should have a background in engineering Project Management, such as Automotive or Aviation sectors.
Possess a Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APMP, PMP). Demonstrable experience delivering complex integrated IT solutions, especially those involving legacy system integration with modern technologies via SOA/APIs, is preferred.
Additional desirable qualities include:
* Understanding of airline industry processes and technologies (advantageous but not essential).
* Technical expertise in delivering technical solutions.
* Strong analytical skills to design and optimize solutions.
* Experience managing third-party suppliers, external partners, and offshore teams.
* Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
* Exceptional skills in MSP, financial management, and resource planning.
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
If you are excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you!
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