Project/Program Manager at LexisNexis South Africa

About the Role

• We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver strategic and commercial transformation projects with an AI-first mindset. This role will focus on managing multiple concurrent initiatives with significant business impact, driving innovation and ensuring successful delivery while maximising organisational value. While many projects will include a technology workstream, candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple strategic and commercial projects from inception to completion, including business process reengineering, go to market strategies, AI implementations, system integrations, and digital transformation initiatives
• Develop and maintain project plans aligned with business objectives and commercial targets
• Monitor and control project budgets and resource allocation
• Manage cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships
• Establish and track key performance metrics with regular status reporting
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Champion AI-first thinking and digital transformation initiatives
• Collaborate on go-to-market strategies for new solutions
• Optimise and implement frameworks to align project objectives with organizational goals
• Drive continuous process improvement
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field
• 7+ years of project management experience in strategic, commercial, or technology-driven environments
• Professional project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
• Proven track record of delivering complex commercial projects
• Strong understanding of strategic planning and execution methodologies, with familiarity in software development lifecycle and Agile approaches being advantageous
• Experience with OKR frameworks and strategic planning
• Demonstrated success in implementing strategic initiatives, with experience in AI/ML projects considered a plus
• Experience in mapping business objectives to project demand
• Understanding of go-to-market strategies and commercial launch planning

Essential Skills and Competencies:

• AI-first approach to problem-solving
• Innovation mindset with practical execution skills
• Change management expertise
• Commercial acumen and strategic thinking
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellence in risk management
• Superior communication and presentation skills
• Strong influencing and negotiation capabilities
• Leadership and team motivation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in project management tools
• Familiarity with AI/ML platforms and technologies
• Experience with Agile tools and methodologies