Project Manager II at LexisNexis South Africa

About the Role:

• We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager & Agile Coach to lead and deliver strategic initiatives within Global Nexis Solutions. This role is embedded within the development team and works cross-functionally with Engineering, UI/UX, Product Management, and key stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of software projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management expertise, agile coaching capabilities, and a proactive leadership style to drive continuous improvement and value delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Delivery & Leadership

• Own the end-to-end delivery of software projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Facilitate project planning, release scheduling, and change management.
• Track and communicate progress toward goals and milestones.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies (RAID) early and effectively.

Agile Coaching & Team Enablement

• Provide agile coaching to development teams and product partners.
• Promote iterative and incremental delivery of value.
• Lead retrospectives and analyze metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Support teams in staying focused, organized, and aligned with delivery goals.

Cross-Team Collaboration & Communication

• Coordinate dependencies and foster communication across teams.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Track meeting minutes, actions, and follow-ups to ensure accountability.

Personal Success Characteristics:

• Self-Starter – Takes initiative and drives work forward without waiting for direction.
• Detail-Oriented & Organized – Manages multiple priorities with precision and clarity.
• Effective Time Manager – Optimizes time for self and team to meet deadlines.
• Strong Communicator – Tailors messaging to various audiences across the organization.
• Leadership Presence – Influences outcomes calmly and confidently, setting a tone of urgency and focus.

Skills & Knowledge Requirements:

Project Management Expertise

• Scheduling, release planning, and resource allocation.
• Risk identification and mitigation.
• Performance management and stakeholder communication.
• Dependency and change management.

Agile Methodologies

• Deep understanding of Agile principles and delivery frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Experience with scaled Agile frameworks (Scrum-at-Scale, SAFe, LeSS).
• Proven track record in coaching teams and stakeholders in Agile practices.

Soft Skills

• Executive presence and facilitation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Skilled in negotiation and presentation.