Senior Project Manager - Paris - (H/F/D)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are looking for a strategic and results-driven Senior Project Manager to oversee and coordinate a portfolio of complex, cross-functional projects. In this role, you will be the driving force behind aligning our project deliverables with the company's broader business goals. Unlike a traditional project manager who focuses on individual project execution, you will focus on the bigger picture—managing dependencies, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring that the combined output of multiple projects delivers maximum value to the organization. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader and a masterful communicator who can navigate ambiguity, manage stakeholder expectations at the executive level, and steer overarching programs to successful completion.Your RoleProgram Strategy & Governance: Define the program’s strategy, objectives, and governance framework to ensure alignment with the company’s long-term business goals.Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and coordinate multiple project teams, guiding Project Managers and collaborating with department heads (e.g., Engineering, Product, Marketing) to ensure cohesive progress.Dependency Management: Identify, track, and manage complex dependencies across various workstreams and projects to prevent bottlenecks.Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify program-level risks and issues, developing robust mitigation strategies and escalating to senior leadership when necessary.Resource & Budget Allocation: Oversee the program budget, ensuring that financial and human resources are allocated efficiently across all projects within the portfolio.Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for executive sponsors and key stakeholders, providing regular, transparent updates on program health, milestones, and ROI.Continuous Improvement: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success, conducting post-program reviews to implement lessons learned and drive process improvements.RequiredExperience: Rich years of project or program management experience, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, cross-functional enterprise programs.Methodology Expertise: Deep understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and how to scale them to a program level.Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities, with the ability to influence and motivate teams without direct reporting authority.Financial Acumen: Strong experience managing large budgets, forecasting financial needs, and tracking resource expenditures.Communication: Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills, tailored for both technical teams and C-level executives.Tools: High proficiency with portfolio and project management software (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project).PreferredCertifications: Active Program Management Professional (PgMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or advanced Agile certifications (e.g., SAFe).Industry Experience: Prior experience working within [Insert Your Industry, e.g., Tech, Healthcare, Retail], with a strong understanding of industry-specific trends and compliance requirements.Change Management: Experience implementing organizational change management (OCM) frameworks to ensure high user adoption and smooth transitionsOverviewInfosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation.With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.All aspects of employment at Infosys are based on merit, competence and performance. We are committed to embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Infosys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Work LocationParisCountryFranceState / Region / ProvinceIle de FranceCompanyITL France Interest GroupInfosys Limited Job RoleProject ManagerRole Designation descriptionSenior Project ManagerAuto req ID: 152468BR