Transformation Project Manager

Company Description/ Business Unit

Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 2 office days per week)

Employment Type: 12-Month fixed term contract (FTC)

Additional Benefits: Annual bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance

Thought The AA only provide roadside assistance? Think again.

For over 100 years, we’ve continued to evolve and adapt. Today, as the nation’s number one motoring organisation, we offer a range of excellent products and services to millions of customers from roadside assistance to home and motor insurance as well as providing the latest driving technologies. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Transformation Project Manager, you’ll play a key part to our success and join us on this exciting motoring journey.

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This is the job

As a Transformation Project Manager at The AA, you'll lead the charge in delivering enterprise-wide projects, ensuring timely, budget-conscious implementation within our Road business area.

You'll leverage the latest technology to enhance roadside patrol services and related business areas. Your role involves day-to-day project oversight, collaborating closely with the Transformation Lead & PMO to break down the project scope into manageable iterations across IT, Networks, Data, Digital, Customer Operations, and more.

This is an exciting time to join The AA as we modernise our products, software, systems, and processes for both colleagues and customers.

What will I be doing?

• Develop and maintain the project delivery plan and RAID log.
• Lead delivery meetings and collaborate with internal and external team members to ensure tasks are completed and resources are adequately allocated.
• Communicate progress and status updates to key stakeholders across various business areas and within the project team.
• Manage project costs (Capex/Opex) with appropriate governance and control, adhering to the monthly financial reporting cycle.
• Ensure all project delivery documentation is accurately produced, properly stored, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide the necessary support following project handover, ensuring all support documentation is complete before project closure.

What do I need?

• Extensive Project Management experience in an Agile environment, managing a variety of projects across multiple business areas such as IT, Digital, Data within a large-scale/corporate organisation.
• Proven experience in Project Finance/Cost Control, including Capex/Opex, budget control, and actuals/forecasting.
• Experience working cross-functionally, collaborating with team members from various departments and business functions.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills with all stakeholders, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills and an analytical approach.
• Committed to continuous improvement, supporting new ideas and approaches, and delivering excellence.

Additional information

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

Plus, so much more!

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.

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