Project Manager (Preferably from Publishing Domain)

Job description

• End-to-End Project Delivery: Lead the planning, execution, and deployment of in house technology projects, including integration with external content management systems, peer-review platforms, and digital publishing workflows. • High-Impact Presentations: Craft and deliver compelling presentations, roadmaps, and project pitches to align diverse audiences, from internal software developers to non-technical editorial stakeholders. • Publishing Domain Alignment: Apply a solid understanding of scientific publishing workflows to guide project requirements. Agile Methodology: Champion Agile/Scrum practices, leading daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure consistent, high-quality tech deliveries. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, QA engineers, and editorial teams to translate business strategies into actionable technical specifications. • Risk & Dependency Management: Proactively identify project bottlenecks, manage scope creep, and mitigate risks to keep timelines on track and within budget. • Data-Driven Reporting: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and utilize project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to generate clear, transparent status reports for leadership. • Vendor & Partner Coordination: Oversee relationships and deliverables with external technology vendors, publishing platform providers to ensure seamless systems integration. Qualifications • Proven experience managing complex technology projects. • Preferably from the publishing domain, with strong understanding of editorial workflows and scientific publishing processes. • Demonstrated expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies. • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence). • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsessential for client-facing responsibilities. • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and vendors effectively.