Project Lead (Automation)

Role: Project Lead (Automation)

Location: India (Remote)

About the role: 

OLIVER+ continues to grow & deliver great work across GenAI and Automation opportunities and projects. It has become clear that an experienced, strategic solution driven Lead is needed to help support this continued success. The successful candidate is required to work closely with the Business Director on following.  

• Understand all customers & accounts Automation maturity (understanding, use in projects, etc.)  

• Working closely with Business Director to ensure the excellent, successful delivery of projects and exceptional stakeholder management. 

• Support in developing & handing over new production plans for projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders; how will the project be delivered from project management & creative execution process perspectives 

What you will be doing:

• Lead, support, oversee and drive all production work and successful project delivery ensuring that all projects are delivered with excellence, on time, on budget and within scope 

• Identify the scope of work for each project for PMs / Producers to cost, timeline and deliver 

• Lead, support and oversee exceptional stakeholder engagement management across all projects 

• Oversee that resourcing with the support of the Resource Management team and the account PMs / Producers is effectively done and resolved for all project requirements at all times 

• Ensure that the right talent are always planned and allocated on AI / Automation projects 

• Remain up-to-date on all GenAI & Automation tools and PM ways of working and guide / keep the PM / Producers upskilled in this area 

• Help guide and navigate internal and external stakeholders on new or existing tech platforms.  

• Lead, support and oversee new client engagement and existing customers with the support of key OLIVER+ stakeholders in roll out and management.  

• Work with the Business Director to identify opportunities on the account  

• Proactively identify and implement improvements to processes when building out new solutions with the Business Director 

• Support with planning and structuring high level implementations (where applicable) in collaboration with Business Director  

• Lead, support and oversee that processes are being followed & adhered to by the project team to deliver best project outcomes / outputs / results 

• Support in Identifying the required training and liaise with Global Head of PM to plan, document and deliver the training required 

Process & Operations  

• Drive operational process flow with the Global Head of PM for the PMs to observe and follow 

• Identify and help solve operational gaps i.e. training; resourcing; process; communication  

• Consult and coordinate with country and delivery leads for the sharing of knowledge and the facilitation of learning within OLIVER+ to improve business practices, refine processes, aid and promote the development of creative ideas  

What You'll Need: 

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a demanding workload under pressure, adeptly prioritizing tasks, planning strategically, and overseeing multiple concurrent assignments. 

• Comprehensive grasp of current trends and developments in new media and technology, with the ability to leverage these insights in advertising and digital marketing. 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a readiness to refine essential business management skills. 

• Positive and proactive outlook, leveraging experience to devise optimal solutions for each project within your purview. 

• Effective communication skills in high-pressure scenarios and client-facing environments. 

• Openness to share expertise and collaborate seamlessly with a global network of colleagues. 

• Advocate for effective and personable communication with all stakeholders. 

• Proactive and resourceful approach in all endeavors. 

Good to have:  

• Experience in Project Management and managing teams (Project Managers / Producers & Project Teams) 

• Experience in AI, Automation and technology 

• Experience or basic understanding or a genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, showcasing a curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.  

• Multi-market experience.