HiringHybrid, London- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship
AboutShift
Shift is the specialised vertical within Electica, a global programmatic advertising company, working to bring the best data and technology to political and advocacy digital campaigning. We specialise in omnichannel paid digital advertising and are dedicated to championing democracy, countering polarisation, and fighting misinformation.
Shift sits at the intersection of technology and policy, specifically to strengthen electoral systems. Our primary focus is partnering with governmental and non‑profit clients to deliver large‑scale projects that protect democratic institutions from modern digital threats.
The Role
We are hiring a Project Lead for Shift to lead our largest projects and manage relationships with key UK government stakeholders. You will be the bridge between our high‑level clients and our technical delivery teams, ensuring that complex, multi‑year projects are executed with excellence.
Responsibilities
Client Relationship & Project Management
- Client Portfolio: Accountable for 1 large long‑term project, with complex governmental stakeholders, and smaller ad hoc projects.
- Trusted Advisor: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their advisor on complex campaigns.
- Strategic Guidance: Provide expert guidance throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
- Delivery Excellence: Coordinate with the execution team to ensure all projects are successful, delivered on time, and billed accurately.
- Issue Resolution: Proactively address client concerns and manage expectations throughout the project. Makes the final decision on top‑level project issues.
- Oversight: Sets the standard for account management and project success across the Shift team.
Internal Relationships
- People Management: Manages and coaches the Shift Project Management team (~2 FTE)
- Process Management: Defines and improves project operations standards, tools, and frameworks.
Must Have
- Experience: 5+ years in project management experience, with at least 1 year of leading complex projects.
- Decision Authority: Proven experience being accountable for delivery and commercial outcomes.
- Communication: Effective communication and presentation skills in governmental environments.
- Management Skills: A proven track record of successful project and client management.
- Security Clearance: Ability to pass UK Govt security clearance (requiring nationality of UK, Canada, NZ, US or Australia).
Nice to Have
- Experience: Experience leading on multi‑year governmental projects, either as internal employee or an external vendor. Experience in UK military or civil service is also a plus.
- Security Clearance: Existing UK Govt security clearance is also a plus.
Compensation and benefits:
- Base salary around £65,000, depending on experience
- Unlimited holidays
- Annual profit share (often worth around £2-5,000)
- Monthly wellbeing budget
- Home office set up allowance
- Hybrid working (3 days/office in Shoreditch, London)
HiringHybrid, London- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship
AboutShift
Shift is the specialised vertical within Electica, a global programmatic advertising company, working to bring the best data and technology to political and advocacy digital campaigning. We specialise in omnichannel paid digital advertising and are dedicated to championing democracy, countering polarisation, and fighting misinformation.
Shift sits at the intersection of technology and policy, specifically to strengthen electoral systems. Our primary focus is partnering with governmental and non‑profit clients to deliver large‑scale projects that protect democratic institutions from modern digital threats.
The Role
We are hiring a Project Lead for Shift to lead our largest projects and manage relationships with key UK government stakeholders. You will be the bridge between our high‑level clients and our technical delivery teams, ensuring that complex, multi‑year projects are executed with excellence.
Responsibilities
Client Relationship & Project Management
- Client Portfolio: Accountable for 1 large long‑term project, with complex governmental stakeholders, and smaller ad hoc projects.
- Trusted Advisor: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their advisor on complex campaigns.
- Strategic Guidance: Provide expert guidance throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
- Delivery Excellence: Coordinate with the execution team to ensure all projects are successful, delivered on time, and billed accurately.
- Issue Resolution: Proactively address client concerns and manage expectations throughout the project. Makes the final decision on top‑level project issues.
- Oversight: Sets the standard for account management and project success across the Shift team.
Internal Relationships
- People Management: Manages and coaches the Shift Project Management team (~2 FTE)
- Process Management: Defines and improves project operations standards, tools, and frameworks.
Must Have
- Experience: 5+ years in project management experience, with at least 1 year of leading complex projects.
- Decision Authority: Proven experience being accountable for delivery and commercial outcomes.
- Communication: Effective communication and presentation skills in governmental environments.
- Management Skills: A proven track record of successful project and client management.
- Security Clearance: Ability to pass UK Govt security clearance (requiring nationality of UK, Canada, NZ, US or Australia).
Nice to Have
- Experience: Experience leading on multi‑year governmental projects, either as internal employee or an external vendor. Experience in UK military or civil service is also a plus.
- Security Clearance: Existing UK Govt security clearance is also a plus.
Compensation and benefits:
- Base salary around £65,000, depending on experience
- Unlimited holidays
- Annual profit share (often worth around £2-5,000)
- Monthly wellbeing budget
- Home office set up allowance
- Hybrid working (3 days/office in Shoreditch, London)
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