Description
& SummaryAt PwC, our people in strategy consulting focus on providing strategic guidance and insights to organisations. They analyse market trends, assess business performance, and develop recommendations to help clients achieve their goals. These individuals work closely with clients to identify opportunities for growth, optimise operations, and enhance overall business performance.
In technology strategy at PwC, you will specialise in developing and implementing strategic plans to leverage technology for business growth and innovation. You will analyse market trends, assess organisational needs, and provide guidance on technology investments and initiatives. Working in this area, you will collaborate with stakeholders to align technology strategies with overall business objectives to increase utilisation of technology resources, driving competitive advantage.
Role: Innovation Project Manager
Location: Jersey
Line of Service: Business Enablement
Grade: Manager
Contracted Hours per Week: 37.5
PwC Channel Islands Overview
At PwC CI, we help you build, accelerate, and sustain momentum in a world that never stops moving. With our tech-forward and people-empowered network, we provide expert assurance, tax and advisory services to turn challenges into opportunities. Leveraging deep expertise and advanced capabilities, we ensure you’re ready for any future, helping you act boldly and achieve real results.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Innovation and GenAI Project Manager to join our dynamic Technolgy and Transformation team. As the Innovation and GenAI Project Manager in Tech & Transformation, you will be responsible for collaborating with the business and the network to identify opportunities for innovation. You will also be responsible for project managing all innovation projects and GenAI implementation, ensuring their successful execution and delivery. This role requires a strong understanding of technology, business processes, and project management methodologies.
As part of our team based in Jersey, you will work alongside skilled and experienced Project Managers and IT specialists. Technology is central to our strategy, and the Tech & Transformation team plays a vital role in integrating digital solutions into our firm. You will have the chance to establish relationships and enable new technology solutions across the business, revolutionising the way we operate.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
1. Collaborate with the business and the network to identify opportunities and drive innovation within Business Enablement.
2. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, technology teams, and external partners, to drive innovation initiatives.
3. Lead brainstorming sessions and workshops to generate innovative ideas and solutions.
4. Conduct regular project status meetings, providing updates to stakeholders and addressing any issues or risks.
5. Lead the GenAI working group with colleagues from across the business lines of service
6. Collaborate with technology teams to ensure seamless integration of innovative solutions into existing systems and processes.
7. Build a network through collaboration with key contacts across the wider PwC network to stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in technology, business processes, and internal services.
Project Management
8. Conduct research and analysis to evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of proposed innovation projects.
9. Develop business cases and project plans for innovation projects, outlining objectives, timelines, resource requirements, and expected outcomes.
10. Project manage all innovation projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, timelines, and budget.
11. Coordinate cross-functional teams, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure successful project execution.
Line Management
12. Manage the performance of the BE Innovator.
13. Manage the project discovery, monitoring and implementation for all automation projects, with understanding of tools such as PowerBI, Alteryx and MS Power Platform.
14. Identifying recruitment and training needs within the Innovation team.
Project Delivery
15. Ensure all Gen AI tools are tested & enabled for the firm, and licensing agreed.
16. Monitor and evaluate the success of innovation projects, collecting feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
17. Document and communicate project progress, findings, and outcomes to stakeholders and management.
Change Management
18. Collaborate with technology teams to ensure seamless integration of innovative solutions into existing systems and processes.
19. Design & Implement Changes.
20. Assess the Impact of Changes.
Knowledge and best practice
21. Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in technology and transformation to continuously enhance our business analysis approach.
Direct Reports:
This role reports to:
22. Transformation & Technology Senior Project Manager
Reporting into this role:
23. Business Enablement Innovator
Qualifications & Certifications:
24. Bachelor's degree in business, technology, or a related field or equivalent related experience.
25. Relevant professional qualifications such as PRINCE2, PMP etc.
26. Previous experience of delivering projects in a regulatory driven IT change environment, (ISO27001).
Skills & Experience Required:
Essential skills:
27. Proven experience in project management, preferably within the technology or digital transformation space.
28. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
29. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for identifying opportunities for innovation.
30. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
31. Ability to think creatively and strategically, with a focus on driving business value through innovation.
32. Familiarity with emerging technologies and their potential applications in a business context.
33. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Desirable skills:
34. Adaptability: The candidate should be able to adapt to changing circumstances and be open to new ideas and approaches. They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
35. Leadership abilities: The candidate should possess strong leadership skills and be able to inspire and motivate team members.
36. Teamwork: The candidate should be a team player and be able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. They should be able to build strong relationships and work towards common goals.
37. Attention to detail: The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to ensure that all aspects of innovation projects are carefully managed and executed. They should be able to identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
38. Strong understanding of technology: The candidate should have a deep understanding of technology trends and be able to identify opportunities for innovation within the organisation. They should have an understanding of machine learning, AI, Power platform and be able to evaluate and implement new technologies that can drive business growth and efficiency.
39. Business acumen: The candidate should have a strong understanding of business processes and be able to align innovation initiatives with the overall business strategy. They should be able to identify areas where innovation can create value and drive competitive advantage.
40. Project management skills: The candidate should have strong project management skills and be able to effectively plan, execute, and monitor innovation projects. They should be able to manage resources, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful project delivery.
Travel Requirements:
This role may require travel between the islands and may occasionally require further travel.
The skills we look for in our people:
All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, Evolved PwC Professional.
The Evolved PwC Professional focuses on two core behaviours: Trusted Leadership and Distinctive outcomes. Trusted Leadership is underpinned by core behaviours that Inspire, Empower and Evolve, and Distinctive outcomes is underpinned by behaviours that Champion, Build and Deliver.
Diversity:
We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their unique strengths. Creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business. .
Education
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Analytics Strategy, Architecture Development, Business Architecture, Business Model Innovation, Business Transformation, Cloud Computing, Coaching and Feedback, Commercial Strategies, Communication, Creativity, Digital Customer Experience, Digital Strategies, E-Commerce, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Information Technology Applications, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Governance {+ 17 more}
Desired Languages
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date