Technical Program Manager

Who you are

• Hands-on experience with Technical Program Management, Program Management, or related experience in technology organisations
• Proven experience delivering large-scale software programmes across multiple engineering and product teams
• Experience with consumer-facing digital products, ideally in media, streaming, sports, entertainment, or subscription platforms
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile delivery, release processes, and digital product delivery
• Experience managing programmes across web and mobile platforms
• Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft 365
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and align teams across functions, geographies, and organisational boundaries
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple initiatives
• Ability to identify risks early, solve complex problems, and deliver business outcomes
• Passion for sports, media, and technology, with a focus on creating exceptional fan experiences

What the job involves

• We are looking for a seasoned Technical Program Manager to drive strategic delivery across the Eurosport and TNT Sports UK digital product portfolio, with a focus on web and mobile platforms
• Based in London, you will partner with Product, Engineering, UX/UI, Operations, and business stakeholders across London and Paris to deliver world-class digital sports experiences for millions of fans. You will lead complex cross-functional programmes, manage dependencies, and drive delivery with quality, predictability, and transparency
• This role suits a TPM who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings structure to ambiguity, and can influence outcomes across technical, operational, and customer experience priorities
• Program & Delivery Leadership
• Develop robust delivery plans aligned to the live sports calendar and keep cross-functional teams focused on critical milestones
• Lead complex programmes across web and mobile, ensuring alignment with business goals, product strategy, and delivery commitments
• Own execution from discovery through launch, managing timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations
• Improve delivery predictability through effective planning, governance, reporting, and operational discipline
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Operations, and UX/UI teams across London and Paris to define scope, align priorities, and deliver customer-focused outcomes
• Facilitate clear collaboration across development teams and stakeholders, ensuring accountability and efficient execution
• Build trusted relationships and influence decisions across technical and non-technical audiences
• Product & Customer Experience Focus
• Support delivery of innovative digital sports experiences across Eurosport and TNT Sports UK products
• Champion the customer experience, ensuring decisions consider usability, performance, accessibility, and operational readiness
• Work with Design and Product teams to support seamless delivery from concept to launch
• Risk Management & Problem Solving
• Identify risks, blockers, and delivery challenges early, driving mitigation plans and timely escalation
• Navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities while maintaining momentum and stakeholder confidence
• Use data and insight to support decisions and improve programme outcomes
• Process & Operational Excellence
• Drive continuous improvement across programme management practices, planning, release management, and cross-team collaboration
• Establish scalable operating mechanisms, metrics, dashboards, and reporting to improve visibility and execution
• Champion Agile best practices and delivery excellence across partner teams
• Communication & Leadership
• Communicate programme status, risks, and decisions clearly to stakeholders and leadership
• Lead programme reviews, planning sessions, and executive updates
• Mentor TPMs and help strengthen programme management capability across the organisation