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Head of Delivery

Posted: 12/12/24
Recruiter:Xpertise Recruitment
Reference:2865316708
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Chief Technical Officer
Salary:£700 - £800 Daily
Location:London
Description:

Position: Head of Delivery / Delivery Director

  • Contract Type: Inside IR35
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Day Rate: Up to £800 aday
  • Location: Primarily based around London (2 days per week), with occasional travel to South America to manage key vendor relationships.

We are seeking an experienced Head of Delivery / Delivery Director with a strong track record in managing large-scale delivery operations, particularly within the aviation or travel sectors. This role is critical to driving high-profile initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment, and delivering measurable results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Delivery Management: Lead end-to-end delivery of major projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate progress, manage expectations, and align with strategic objectives for senior stakeholders, including the C-suite.
  • Vendor Oversight: Build and maintain strong relationships with a key South American supplier, including occasional on-site visits to manage performance.
  • Operational Leadership: Oversee multidisciplinary teams, driving collaboration and optimising resource utilisation to achieve delivery goals.
  • Risk Mitigation: Identify, assess, and address risks to ensure smooth project execution.

Requirements:

  • Core Platform Replacement: Proven experience leading and delivering large-scale platform replacement projects.
  • Industry Expertise: Extensive experience in delivery management within aviation or travel sectors.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and manage cross-functional teams.
  • Global Experience: Strong track record of managing international vendors and navigating regional challenges.
  • Communication: Exceptional skills in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders, including board and C-suite members.

If this sounds of interest and you are available in short notice please apply

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