Program Manager

Program Manager - Remote (Madrid, Spain)

🏢 lastminute.com

Lastminute.com, the European leader in dynamic holiday packages, is looking for a Program Manager to join our team of 1700+ worldwide! We're all about turning spontaneous travel dreams into reality for millions of holidaymakers. If you love challenges, problem-solving, and excel at communication and analysis, this could be your perfect opportunity.

🚀 About the Role:

• What You'll Do:
  • Lead programs and projects from start to finish, ensuring successful outcomes.
  • Develop program and project charters and roadmaps, engaging all stakeholders.
  • Facilitate stakeholder interaction, collaboration, and alignment.
  • Provide regular updates to management and stakeholders, highlighting challenges, risks, and opportunities.
  • Manage all communications through official company channels (Slack, Workplace).
  • Establish program and project management standards and methodology for the organization.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders across Tech, Product, Value Streams, and Platforms.
  • Support Value Stream and Business Platform owners in strategy meetings and business case development (including budget requirements).
  • Ensure alignment among Engineering Managers, Product Owners, and stakeholders during roadmap planning.
• What We're Looking For:
  • Required: Degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related field; 3+ years of experience in a similar role; proven stakeholder management experience; excellent program/project management, planning, and analytical skills; strong problem-solving abilities; strong interpersonal and listening skills; outstanding communication and influencing skills; flexibility and adaptability; knowledge of agile and waterfall methodologies; fluency in English.
  • Preferred: Knowledge of other languages.

✨ Benefits & Perks:

• Inclusive, friendly, international work environment.
• 36-hour work week (shorter Friday).
• Flexible work hours (core hours 10:00 am - 4:00 pm).
• Option to work remotely for a defined period annually (subject to local regulations).
• Dedicated "Fri-Yays" for deep work, personal growth, and training.
• Access to professional development training and e-learning platforms (O'Reilly, Udemy, Coursera, etc.).
• 2 paid volunteer days annually.
• Occasional social events.
• Travel industry discounts and exclusive staff fares.
• Supportive leave options for life events (parental leave, marriage, bereavement, relocation, etc.).

🗓️ Application Process:

1. HR Interview (15-30 minutes)
2. 1st Interview (Manager): Soft skills & technical knowledge assessment.
3. Business Case (strategy & analysis) – online or offline.
4. 2nd Interview (Manager + peer): Test review.
5. (Senior roles only) Final meeting (30 minutes) with the Director.
6. Offer

Apply Now!

(Note: The application deadline is December 8th, 2024. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Spain without requiring visa sponsorship.)

About lastminute.com:

We're a dynamic travel-tech company passionate about helping people experience the world. We use technology to make spontaneous travel a reality, creating meaningful experiences for millions of holidaymakers. We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where everyone feels valued.

Job Category: Project Management