Agile Programme Manager

Ivy is a global, cutting-edge software and support services provider, partnering with one of the world’s biggest online gaming and entertainment groups. Founded in 2001, we’ve grown from a small tech company in Hyderabad to one creating innovative software solutions used by millions of consumers around the world, with billions of transactions taking place to head even some of the biggest technology giants. Focused on quality at scale, we deliver excellence to our customers day in and day out, with everyone working together to make what sometimes feels impossible, possible.

This means that not only do you get to work for a dynamic organization delivering pioneering technology, gaming and business solutions, you can also have an exciting and entertaining career. At Ivy, Bright Minds Shine Brighter. 

As a Programme Manager you will play a pivotal role in aligning and optimizing our initiatives. Your responsibility is to understand and manage complex programmes of work which involve multiple teams across our Product and Technology landscape.  

Key responsibilities 

• Works with Product and Engineering to solve complex business problems that allows the frictionless flow of value to our customers.  

• Viewed as an expert across the organisation in managing complex programmes of work that span pillars, domains and sub domains.  

• Leads detailed planning to gain alignment of teams, map dependencies and use your network to collaborate and enable seamless delivery.  

• Assigned to programmes of work that have a start and an end. 

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and refine the strategic direction. Understand overarching business goals and objectives and translate them into actionable initiatives.​ 

• Produces the overall plan and governance framework in collaboration with commercial stakeholders for the programme of work. 

• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and organizational roadblocks that hinder teams' progress. Collaborate with various stakeholders to address these challenges, streamline processes, and improve communication and collaboration across all departments.​ 

• Champion a collaborative and high-performance culture within cross-functional teams. Provide guidance and mentorship to teams, fostering an environment that promotes innovation, continuous improvement, and learning​. 

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex initiatives, ensuring that they are executed efficiently, meet quality standards, and deliver the intended value to the organization and its customers.​ 

• Provide transparency on the programme through regular SteerCos and reporting. 

• Identify potential risks and challenges that could impact the successful delivery of initiatives. Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address these challenges proactively. 

• Guides others in resolving complex issues and may lead a team of project managers where needed.  

• Qualifications

  Specialist Skills & Experience

• An expert in Project/Programme Management, planning, organising, and overseeing tasks, resources, and timelines to achieve specific objectives and deliver successful outcomes within a defined scope.  

• A strong communicator, the ability to share or understand information, ideas and feelings successfully.  

• Experienced in project and programme finance including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and decision-making, to support strategic goals.       

• Expert in Risk Management, identifies, evaluates and manages risks by developing and implementing risk management strategies, frameworks, policies, procedures and practices.  

• Extensive experience in Resources Management, acquires, allocates and manages resources in the most efficient and effective manner.  

• Technical Acumen, basic technical understanding to effectively communicate with development teams and understand technical constraints.  

• Advanced in Data Analysis, interpreting, cleaning, transforming, and deriving meaningful insights from complex datasets using statistical, computational, and visualization techniques to inform decision-making and drive actionable outcomes.  

• Stakeholder Management, organises, monitors and improves relationships with stakeholders.  

• Demonstrable experience of change management, the ability to plan, communicate, implement, and support the smooth transition of individuals and organizations through periods of significant change, ensuring successful adoption and minimal disruption.  

• Experienced in Quality Assurance ensures that Entain is providing the best possible product to our customers.  

• Well-versed in crisis management, being prepared to handle unexpected challenges and crises, such as game launch issues or security breaches, is important for maintaining player trust.  

• An advanced understanding of the legal and regulatory aspects of the betting and gaming industry  

• A deep understanding of the betting and gaming industry, including current trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape, is essential. 

At Ivy, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning. Working for us you can expect to receive great benefits like:

• Safe home pickup and home drop (Hyderabad Office Only)
• Group Mediclaim policy
• Group Critical Illness policy
• Communication & Relocation allowance
• Annual Health check

And outside of this, you’ll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes. Join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.  

Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.

At ivy, we do what’s right. It’s one of our core values and that’s why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, across any protected characteristic, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated. 

We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.