Looking for a challenge in one of the world’s largest airfreight logistics organisations? At IAG Cargo we are in the business of moving things. From antibiotics to rhinoceros, gold bullion to avocados and everything in between. Whatever people need, wherever they are. In an era of digital screens and closed borders, we open the skies and fly the world to bring people the things they really need. We are the logistics and cargo brand of International Airlines Group (Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level and Vueling). At IAG Cargo, we believe in keeping the world’s economies turning, and do everything with determined attitudes, curious minds, collaborative actions and heartfelt pride. Join us at our globally recognised logistics business, where we are building a great place to work for customers and colleagues alike. In This Role You Will Lead and manage a team of ~5 direct reports Develop, support and effectively performance manage a team of Project Managers as well as wider Transformation team Planning and delivery of core transformational projects/programmes in line with internal control and financial guidelines Help define and manage the criteria for control of programmes of work, creating an environment where all aspects of the programme (progress/issues/risks/resources) are effectively managed Proactively identify and manage risks, issues and dependencies within/between projects/programmes, and across the wider Transformation portfolio, leveraging programme management and relationship-building skills to achieve this Present an accurate view of transformation delivery at project, programme and portfolio level, ensuring change control is managed tightly. Identify and facilitate trade-offs within and outside managed programmes as appropriate Drive effective resource planning, working closely with Transformation and wider business resource owners to support effective allocation of common resources and skills within IAG Cargo, in line with evolving business needs Ensure effective communication to all stakeholders at multiple levels of the organisation Challenge focus of the change projects to meet targets and initiate extra activities wherever gaps are identified Provide consultancy/coaching to departmental managers on standardised IAG Cargo project management principles, techniques, methods and tools Facilitate delivery through a culture of continuous improvement, acting as a champion for driving day-to-day process improvement Relationship and supplier management with external suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure design and delivery solutions meet business needs Embed change into the organisation at all levels through effective business change planning and implementation Build and sustain strong working relationships with project sponsors, accountable business owners and senior managers on all projects/programmes, acting as a trusted advisor and business partner in the successful delivery of project goals If required, define, own and manage a portfolio of change across the organization: owning the business change roadmap and liaising with IAG Tech counterparts, Transformation business partners, department leaders and C-suite sponsors Contribute to a wide range of strategic and tactical conversations/decision It's All About You What you’ll bring to IAG Cargo: Proven project management and planning experience, demonstrated by a successful track record of managing complex change programmes to cost, quality and time Broad business change experience, including the effective planning and embedding of business change in a variety of business areas Experience of owning and driving effective identification and mitigation of risks, issues and dependencies at project, programme and portfolio levels Solid stakeholder management skills, including of senior management, operational staff, and external suppliers to achieve required outcomes Experience of working within, or alongside, a Programme Management Office (PMO), to shape, influence and support effective governance, planning and progress reporting for an entire change portfolio A track record of successfully navigating the end-to-end business case development and approvals process for complex projects/programmes, in large, matrix-stye organisations Financially literate with advance understanding of budget management principles; ability to apply to support successful delivery of complex multi-£m projects/programmes, and establish effective relationships with Finance and Reporting colleagues A track record of driving effective knowledge management and learning at complex project, programme and portfolio level, to support continuous improvement Proven experience of managing external suppliers, including an understanding of end[1]to-end procurement processes, vendor relationship management and contractual negotiation/dispute resolution Demonstrable experience of leading and motivating hybrid teams of internal/contractor resources over a sustained period, including resource and performance management Experienced in people and resource management, including competency-based development to drive consistent performance improvement across teams, and broader mentoring/coaching Experience from the aviation and/or logistics sectors would be a bonus but is not essential; broad experience of working on complex IT programmes and fast-paced, changeable environments with new technology/product highly desirable. Advanced MS Office skills and comfort in using Excel, Powerpoint, MS Project etc in a hybrid working environment to drive insight and decision-making rigour across disparate teams To Apply, Candidates Must Must hold, or be predicted, a 2:2 degree or above (or equivalent), within the last ten years from any degree discipline. Willing to work in different locations and business functions, duty travel and/or shift work may be required depending on placement. Must have the right to live and work full-time in the UK indefinitely. Must be able to pass a Criminal Record Check. We’ll treat you right Wherever you work within IAG Cargo, you’ll play a part in helping us deliver what the world needs and join a diverse and inclusive business that’s making a difference. As well as a competitive salary, bonus, we offer a range of benefits to support our colleagues, which include: A hybrid environment with 3 days a week in the office and two from home. From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways and group airlines. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family. Flexible bank holiday policy- Individuals not on shift have the flexibility to swap the statutory public holidays, with the days you choose to take off instead. All our colleagues get access to LinkedIn learning and Rosetta Stone Language courses For health and wellbeing we offer a free onsite gym facility as well as access to the UNMIND app and a community of Mental Health First Aiders Access to discounts on Apple, Cinema tickets and loads of other goodies through Perks at work Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Our recruitment procedures positively support our equity, diversity, and inclusion agenda. All candidates are considered strictly on their merits in relation to the criteria for the role, treated fairly and consistently and have their individual needs responded to throughout the process.