Senior Digital Project Manager – Digital Transformation – West Sussex
Rate: £600 – £800 (inside of IR35)
Duration: 6-12 months
Hybrid Working: 2-3 days onsite per week
About the Role
SALT is excited to be partnering with a brand-new client in the travel sector on a high-impact digital transformation programme – and this role marks our first contractor placement with them!
We are looking for an experienced Senior Digital Project Manager to take full ownership of end-to-end delivery across complex digital initiatives. You’ll lead cross-functional teams, collaborate with external vendors, and play a key role in enhancing the end-to-end user journey – from booking through to check-in, boarding, and post-flight experiences.
This is a pivotal opportunity to deliver meaningful digital change in a fast-paced, Agile environment where customer experience, innovation, and strategic execution are front and centre.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the end-to-end delivery of digital products and services across the full project lifecycle.
2. Collaborate with Product, Design, Engineering, and Commercial teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
3. Manage delivery partners and suppliers, including generating SOWs and handling Change Requests.
4. Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
5. Apply Agile, Lean, and Scaled Agile (SAFe) methodologies to drive delivery excellence.
6. Track and report on project milestones, budgets (£1m-£2m), risks, and dependencies.
7. Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.
8. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Requirements
9. Proven track record in delivering large-scale digital projects in fast-paced environments.
10. Strong knowledge of Agile, Lean, and Scaled Agile (SAFe) delivery frameworks.
11. Experience managing budgets of £1m-£2m and working with third-party vendors.
12. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
13. Ability to lead cross-functional teams in matrixed environments.
14. Strong commercial acumen with experience creating Statements of Work (SOWs).
15. Understanding of data privacy regulations and compliance frameworks.
Desirable
16. Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, CSM, or SAFe Agile.
17. Background in travel, aviation, retail, or customer-facing digital platforms.
18. Understanding of SDLC and web technologies.
Why Apply?
19. Be part of a flagship digital transformation in the travel sector.
20. Opportunity to be the first SALT contractor in a new client engagement.
21. Hybrid working: 2-3 days onsite in Crawley, remainder remote.
22. Work with a passionate and dynamic digital team focused on meaningful change.
23. Autonomy, influence, and the chance to make a real impact
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*Rates depend on experience and client requirements