Program Manager (Product & Technology)

TL;DR

Program Manager (Product & Technology): Leading the delivery of complex technical initiatives across multiple teams and systems with an accent on cross-functional coordination, risk management, and stakeholder alignment. Focus on structuring work, driving execution, and ensuring outcomes are achieved within a fast-paced media and publishing environment.

Location: Must be based in London, UK. The role requires office attendance four days a week (Monday - Thursday).

Company

hirify.global is a global media company producing high-quality content across print, digital, video, and social platforms for over 1 billion consumers.

What you will do

• Manage complex technical programs end-to-end, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinate delivery across multiple teams, systems, and workstreams to resolve blockers.
• Identify and mitigate program-level risks while maintaining clear progress tracking.
• Establish governance and provide structured updates to stakeholders across product, engineering, and editorial teams.
• Align delivery plans with OKRs and manage resource constraints effectively.
• Support the transition of initiatives into business-as-usual operations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience managing complex technology or digital programs across multiple teams.
• Proven ability to coordinate work across interdependent projects and systems.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle practices.
• Experience with content platforms, CMS, or editorial systems in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, and program management tools like SmartSheets or Asana.
• Must be based in London and able to work from the office four days per week.

Nice to have

• Professional certification such as Prince2, APM, or PMP/PMI.
• Experience using AI tools to support planning, documentation, and reporting.
• Ability to leverage data and insights for decision-making and prioritization.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme and Bupa Private Healthcare.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional leave for volunteering or moving house.
• Wellbeing support including core hours, Employee Assistance Programme, and corporate gym membership.
• Access to the hirify.global Learning Hub for professional development.
• Dog-friendly office environment with magazine subscriptions and cycle-to-work scheme.