Project / Delivery Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Project / Delivery Manager based in United Kingdom.

This role is an opportunity for an experienced delivery professional to lead transformation initiatives and improve how engineering teams operate. You will take ownership of delivery processes, identify bottlenecks, and introduce practical solutions that enhance speed, quality, and collaboration. Working in a fully remote environment, you will have the autonomy to shape workflows, influence stakeholders, and drive meaningful change. The position requires a hands-on mindset, combining project management expertise with strong leadership and process improvement capabilities. You will use data-driven insights, agile methodologies, and delivery metrics to optimize performance and accelerate product delivery. This is an ideal opportunity for a results-oriented professional who wants to make a direct business impact through innovation and operational excellence.

Accountabilities: Lead end-to-end delivery processes, ensuring projects are executed efficiently while meeting business objectives, timelines, and quality expectations.

Analyze existing workflows, identify delivery challenges, and introduce improvements that increase engineering team effectiveness and accelerate time-to-market.

Drive change management initiatives by implementing new processes, frameworks, and best practices with strong team alignment.

Use Agile methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and SDLC principles to improve planning, execution, and collaboration.

Manage project scope, risks, dependencies, resource planning, and team capacity across complex initiatives.

Monitor and analyze delivery metrics such as velocity, throughput, lead time, cycle time, CFD, and burn-down/burn-up charts to support continuous improvement.

Configure and optimize project management tools, including Jira workflows, automation rules, dashboards, and reporting capabilities.

Partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to align expectations, communicate progress, and resolve delivery challenges.

Promote a culture of ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement while maintaining a positive and collaborative working environment.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Project Manager, Delivery Manager, or similar role with documented examples of successfully improving delivery processes and team performance.

Ability to present structured case studies demonstrating challenges identified, solutions implemented, and measurable business or team impact achieved.

Hands-on experience introducing process improvements and change initiatives within software development teams.

Strong knowledge and practical application of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and software development lifecycle practices.

Advanced experience with Jira, including custom workflows, roles, JQL, automation rules, and reporting features, as well as Confluence.

Strong understanding of delivery management concepts, including scope management, risk assessment, team capacity planning, and project decomposition.

Ability to collect, interpret, and act on delivery data to improve performance and decision-making.

Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and communicate effectively across teams.

Self-driven and proactive mindset with the ability to identify problems, propose solutions, and take ownership without constant guidance.

Strong problem-solving abilities, resilience, and the ability to remain structured in complex or high-pressure situations.

Certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, PSM I/II, or KMP are considered a plus.

Experience scaling teams or implementing delivery frameworks such as SAFe, LeSS, or Nexus is advantageous.

Experience in iGaming, affiliate marketing, digital marketing, process automation, or product analytics is a plus.

Benefits:

Fully remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy over your working approach.

Opportunity to directly influence engineering processes, delivery performance, and business outcomes.

High level of ownership with freedom to introduce ideas, solutions, and best practices.

A culture focused on innovation, initiative, and continuous improvement without unnecessary bureaucracy.

Supportive environment where your expertise and experience are valued.

Benefit cafeteria offering a wide range of perks, including:

Children allowance.

Mental health support.

Sports activities.

Language courses.

Automotive services.

Veterinary services.

Home office setup assistance.

Dental services.

Books and stationery support.

Training compensation.

Wellness benefits such as massage services.

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