Program Manager II
Would you like to work with Global Services to execute automation programs and maturity? Are you passionate about creating visible value and outcomes for the business? Partner with the best Join the GS Product portfolio by collaborating with leadership to align goals, prioritize objectives, and connect business outcomes effectively. Embrace a culture of innovation, teamwork, and fresh perspectives that offers opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions to organizational success. About the Team At the heart of our Global Services organization, the Program Management Team is dedicated to scaling innovation and operational excellence across our product portfolio. We are looking for a Program Manager to lead high-stakes collaborations and cultivate solid partnerships across diverse product groups. You will be responsible for defining the roadmap, while presenting key strategic updates to our senior leadership and executive teams. As a Program Manager II, you will be responsible for: Leading execution of programs aligned with the GS Product portfolio. Facilitating cross-functional collaboration among Global Services teams while fostering partnerships with GS Products, program stakeholders, and other product groups. Developing comprehensive program plans, including problem statements, vision, phasing, communication plans and risk registers. Ensuring programs align with corporate guidelines and comply with established review standards. Adopting best-practice guidelines to influence and implement continuous improvements to the program delivery processes. Developing content and presenting concise, meaningful project proposals and updates to senior GS leadership and executives. Tracking, assessment and communication of program impact & outcomes. Do what you love To be successful in this role you will: Demonstrate mid-level/regular experience managing projects within cross-functional teams, showcasing expertise and practical knowledge in the field. Have good interpersonal and organizational skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders Be able to adapt quickly and respond to changing priorities in a dynamic environment Demonstrate a passion for excellence through sound judgment, solid decision making and contingency planning Work in a way that works for you FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply. Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like! We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together. At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here. Working for you At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life: Your health Your finances Your family Your time at work Your time pursuing other endeavors Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future. About us Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away. Join us Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!