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The company is a leading entertainment group based in Abu Dhabi, specializing in mobile game development, virtual reality experiences, iGaming, esports management, and content platform services. We are committed to creating immersive entertainment experiences that innovate within the industry.
Overview:
The Senior Project Manager will lead the delivery of high-impact, cross-functional projects across the Lottery and iGaming business units. This role involves managing complex initiatives with significant regulatory, technical, and commercial impact. The Senior Project Manager will shape delivery standards, ensure best practices across the project lifecycle, and mentor junior Project Managers to maintain quality in execution.
Responsibilities:
- Lead large-scale, complex projects across Lottery, iGaming, and shared services, ensuring compliance with GCGRA, GLI, and internal governance frameworks.
- Oversee cross-functional workstreams (Product, TechOps, Compliance, AML/RG, Payments, Marketing) to ensure alignment and smooth execution.
- Manage project governance: RAID logs, CAB submissions, GCC approvals, business readiness, and post-implementation reviews.
- Develop detailed project plans, delivery timelines, and reporting documents for Programme Manager and C-suite visibility.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects based on commercial value, regulatory requirements, and operational readiness.
- Mentor and support Project Managers through coaching, documentation quality checks, and stakeholder management guidance.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of delivery frameworks, templates, and processes.
- Build and manage relationships with external vendors, platform providers, and regulatory partners to ensure timely delivery of dependencies.
- Identify project risks early and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
- Ensure all delivery artifacts meet audit and regulatory standards.
Qualifications, Experience & Required Skills:
Must-Have:
- 5–7 years’ experience in project delivery, ideally within gaming, fintech, payments, or other regulated digital industries.
- Proven experience leading multi-stream or cross-functional projects with regulatory or commercial significance.
- Strong understanding of delivery governance, risk management, and structured reporting.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience guiding or mentoring junior project managers.
Nice-to-Have:
- PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or PMBK certification.
- Experience working with regulatory bodies (GCGRA, GLI, WLA) and compliance-driven projects.
- Background in iGaming or lottery product delivery, platform onboarding, or payment system integrations.
- Degree in Business, Management, Technology, or related field.
Core Competencies:
- Leadership & Mentorship: Supports the development of Project Managers.
- Complex Project Delivery: Manages high-risk, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Governance & Compliance: Ensures all projects meet regulatory and audit requirements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drives alignment across teams.
- Analytical & Organisational Skills: Manages competing priorities and dependencies.
At the company, we value diversity, collaboration, and innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career and help us build the company, we’d love to hear from you.
