Technical Project Manager (FTC)

1147 - Technical Project Manager (12 month FTC)

About the role

We are searching for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our OpenDoor team as a Technical Project Manager for Automation. This is a contract position based in London. The role plays a crucial part in supporting OpenDoor’s business needs, focused on streamlining the data provisioning process through automation. Working within a team, the Technical Project Manager will ensure the delivery of a critical project related to the provisioning of media data from local markets, working alongside a team of Engineers and reporting into the Technical Lead.

Responsibilities

• Management of automation projects with the business, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and to the required quality standards
• Development and management of project plans that outline the scope, objectives and timelines for automation projects
• Communication with stakeholders, including senior management, project & local teams, and other partners, to ensure that they are informed about project progress
• Identification and mitigation of risks, assumptions, issues and dependencies
• Coordinate with multiple teams to deliver against tight timelines
• Ensure compliance with WPP and broader regulatory requirements, where applicable

Required Skills/Experience

• Proven history of project work, with some/all of that related to automation and the media industry
• Understanding of automation tools such as Power Automate, Power Query
• Comfortable handling complexity – both in the work itself and the stakeholder map
• Excellent critical thinking skills in order to tackle complex data challenges
• Ability to communicate effectively with different audiences, approaching different cultures with diplomacy

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. Our culture is inclusive, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location

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