Technical Delivery Manager
At Target Group, we’re not just about deadlines and deliverables; we’re about making a real impact in the Financial Services and Technology sectors. We thrive on innovation and the ability to adapt, and we’re looking for a Technical Delivery Manager to become a key leader within the Technology team, providing oversight and coordinating the delivery of software changes via releases across multiple technical delivery workstreams.
Leading through coaching and collaboration, you’ll manage a team of Designers and/or Software Engineers while working closely with offshore Delivery Leads to ensure successful release‑based delivery of software changes. Your role combines delivery oversight, people management, financial accountability, process governance, performance monitoring, and strategic contribution to departmental planning and improvement initiatives.
The majority of this role will be working from home, however, there will be an expectation to attend the Cardiff office as and when required (usually a minimum of once a month).
More Specifically, your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include:
* Ensure delivery plans align with business priorities, timelines, and budgets.
* Foster a high‑performance culture that embraces innovation and continuous improvement; implementing improvements to delivery processes and technical practices.
* Line manage Designers and/or Software Engineers, providing coaching, mentoring, and career development. Monitor team performance & productivity, provide feedback, and take corrective action where necessary.
* Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through regular performance reviews and quality checks.
* Deputise for the Head of Technology when required.
* Contribute to departmental planning, budgeting, and resource alignment, including supporting recruitment, resource allocation, and workforce planning across the Technology department.
* Take full responsibility for delivering technology solutions for critical project segments, ensuring decisions positively impact profitability and organisational effectiveness.
* Facilitate estimation and planning of work; report progress against activities and elevate issues promptly.
* Complete impact assessments for all changes and ensure effort is focused on approved work.
* Oversee technology change activities across teams and dependencies, ensuring successful completion.
* Contribute to software engineering policy development, ensuring adherence to process and policy, meeting audit and compliance requirements.
* Drive adoption of changes in software engineering practices with creativity and a solutions‑focused approach.
* Ensure compliance with Target’s Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and that all deliverables meet agreed quality standards within this.
* Manage and elevate team risks to the Head of Software Engineering and ensure project risks are communicated to Project Managers.
* Report on delivery metrics to senior stakeholders, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
You’ll be supported by an experienced team within the Technical Delivery department, giving you the opportunity to learn and grow in a collaborative environment.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone looking for a new challenge.
Requirements
* Proven experience in technical delivery management within complex software environments.
* Background in software engineering, technical design, or similar disciplines.
* Experience managing multiple workstreams and dependencies.
* Familiarity with release‑based delivery models.
* Experience working with offshore teams and distributed delivery.
* Exposure to financial services or regulated environments (advantageous but not essential).
The successful candidate will ideally be:
* An excellent analytical thinker and problem solver.
* Able to demonstrate strong organisational skills and quickly adapt within a fast‑paced environment.
* Commercially aware with sound judgment.
* Strong leadership and coaching skills to inspire and develop technical teams.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Skilled in fostering collaboration and maintaining team motivation.
* A strategic thinker with the ability to balance short‑term delivery needs and long‑term goals.
Benefits
Core Benefits
* Around £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
* 30 days holiday PLUS bank holidays (That’s right! 30 days from Day 1).
* Defined Pension Contribution Scheme (Employer matched up to 6%).
* Employee Discount Scheme, access to discounts and offers across 100s of leading retailers.
* Company Paid Private Medical Insurance (benefit in kind).
* Group Life Assurance.
* Group Income Protection.
* Annual Pay Review.
* Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme.
* Help@Hand – confidential access to health and wellbeing support to include Employee Assistance Programme.
* Free flu vaccinations, eye tests and employer contribution towards glasses.
* Recognition Scheme.
* Free mortgage advice and support.
My Flex, our flexible benefits scheme gives colleagues access to additional benefits to supplement their core package. My Flex can save colleagues money by taking advantage of our corporate rates and also help spread the cost, through our monthly payroll deductions.
* Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme.
* Technology Buying Scheme (Salary Sacrifice).
* Critical Illness Cover.
* Dental Insurance.
* Gym Flex – discounted annual gym/health club memberships.
* Taste Cards / Gourmet Cards.
* RAC Breakdown Cover.
* Charitable Payroll Giving.
* Cycle to work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice).
* Health Cash Plan.
We’re committed to creating a Diverse & Inclusive culture through the execution of our D&I strategy, community relationships, our people & leaders.
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