Head of Group Projects
Theale | Travel UK, Germany & Italy
Our international client is seeking a Head of Projects to align UK, Germany and Italy's group priorities. This is not a PMO role, but about turning strategy into EBITDA growth. You will be reporting directly to the CEO and act as a strategic operational partner to the CEO and CFO. This is a pivotal role at the centre of the organisation, ensuring accountability, alignment and delivery in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment. This is a new role within the business, and they have 1000 staff within the group.
Your role:
Translate strategic initiatives into clear, executable workstreams
Build and mobilise cross-functional taskforces
Drive cost optimisation, pricing and growth programmes
Implement robust KPI and performance frameworks
Lead monthly business reviews and Board reporting
Align country leadership teams to group priorities
Deliver high-impact transformation projects
What our client is looking for:
8+ years' experience in strategy, consulting, PE portfolio ops, programme leadership or operational roles
A proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives
Experience operating across European markets (preferred)
Strong commercial acumen and financial rigour
High resilience and comfort operating at pace
Confident influencing senior stakeholders without formal authority