Job Description

We are seeking an experienced IT Delivery Leader to oversee and ensure the successful execution of a portfolio of technology projects, with a preference for candidates who have supported or operated within the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector. This role requires a strategic, delivery-driven leader with exceptional client-facing skills, a deep understanding of enterprise IT delivery models, and the ability to manage and grow relationships with senior stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of delivery excellence, portfolio leadership, and domain knowledge in pharma environments.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of IT projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes
Establish and manage delivery roadmaps, resource plans, and performance metrics across multiple workstreams
Coordinate cross-functional teams (client, vendor, onshore) to drive accountability and resolve delivery issues proactively
Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks, SDLC/Agile methodologies, and compliance requirements (including GxP, where preferrable)
Leverage and promote adoption of AI in project SDLC
Identify delivery risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity and success
Serve as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, fostering trust and credibility
Understand client business needs, industry challenges, and strategic objectives to propose value-aligned solutions
Manage expectations, provide transparent communication, and ensure stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle
Facilitate executive-level presentations and status reporting, translating complex technical concepts into business-relevant insights
Provide strong leadership to project managers, business analysts, architects, developers, and QA teams
Mentor team members, promote continuous improvement, and instill a high-performance delivery culture
Support talent planning, capability development, and team motivation across distributed teams
Manage portfolio budgets, forecasts, and financial controls
Oversee vendor and partner performance, including contract adherence, quality, and service levels
Drive cost optimization while maintaining high delivery standards

Requirements

15 to 18 years of experience in IT project or program delivery, including leadership of complex multi-project portfolios
Extensive experience in Life Sciences/Pharmaceuticals
Proven experience managing enterprise technology initiatives (e.g., digital transformation, cloud migration, data platforms, application development)
Strong, demonstrable client stakeholder management and executive communication skills
Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile/Hybrid methodologies, and IT governance frameworks
Experience working with cross-functional, global delivery teams
English language proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher