About this role
Delivery Manager (Innovation Projects) – Hybrid Porto Portugal (2–3 days/week office)
About the job Delivery Manager (Innovation Projects) – Hybrid Porto Portugal (2–3 days/week office)
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a highly driven Delivery Manager to join a newly created IT4IT area within a leading international organization in the financial services sector. This role is focused on innovation, transformation, and special strategic initiatives across multiple technology domains. The ideal candidate is someone proactive, hands-on, and execution-oriented, capable of driving initiatives forward in fast-paced and evolving environments. You will play a central role in connecting teams, accelerating delivery, and ensuring strategic priorities move from concept to execution.
PROJECT & CONTEXT
The IT4IT area has been created to support innovation, operational transformation, and cross-functional strategic projects across the organization. The Delivery Manager will work transversally across several initiatives, coordinating multiple teams, managing delivery roadmaps, and ensuring execution milestones are achieved. This is not a purely governance-focused role — the client is looking for someone highly dynamic, capable of identifying blockers early, pushing initiatives forward, and creating momentum across different stakeholders and technical teams.
The environment is collaborative, fast-moving, and focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and execution excellence.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (Required)
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Proven experience as a Delivery Manager, Program Manager, or similar leadership role
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Strong experience managing cross-functional projects and multiple stakeholders simultaneously
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Ability to coordinate several teams and ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and deliverables
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Strong experience with project planning, roadmap management, and execution follow-up
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Hands-on and proactive mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
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Ability to operate effectively in dynamic and fast-paced environments
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Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
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Experience working in transformation, innovation, or strategic IT programs
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Fluency in Portuguese (mandatory)
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Fluency in English
NICE TO HAVE (Preferred)
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Experience in financial services or regulated environments
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Exposure to innovation programs, emerging technologies, or AI-driven initiatives
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Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and enterprise transformation initiatives
Compensation: €2,450 – €3,250/month net, depending on experience and seniority level.
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