Program Manager

2 Months ago • 10 Years + • Program Management

Job Summary

Job Description

The Program Manager drives successful delivery of the game development portfolio using structured project management practices. This crucial role aligns business objectives with execution strategies. Responsibilities include overseeing planning and execution, serving as Scrum Master (leading sprint ceremonies), collaborating with cross-functional teams, documenting business processes, reporting on project status, managing stakeholder expectations, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring effective communication. Proficiency in tools like JIRA, Smartsheet, Power BI, and Excel is required. The ideal candidate possesses extensive project management experience (over 10 years), expertise in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and strong global collaboration skills.
Must have:
  • 10+ years project management experience
  • Agile & Waterfall methodologies proficiency
  • Global team collaboration experience
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in JIRA, Smartsheet, Power BI, Excel
  • Risk management and mitigation
Perks:
  • Robust benefits package
  • Global career opportunities

Job Details

The Project Manager is responsible for driving the successful delivery of the game development portfolio through structured project management practices. This role is critical in aligning business objectives with execution strategies to ensure the success of the unit and the organization as a whole.

  • Oversee the overall planning and execution of the game development portfolio, ensuring alignment with priorities and delivery timelines.
  • Serve as Scrum Master; lead sprint ceremonies including planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
  • Collaborate regularly with PMO and cross-functional teams to track project progress and resolve dependencies.
  • Bring hands-on experience working with global, distributed teams across time zones.
  • Effectively document and map business processes and workflows with clarity and precision.
  • Provide timely and accurate reporting on project status, key metrics, risks, issues, and dependencies.
  • Generate regular and ad-hoc reports from tools and data sources, ensuring accuracy and surfacing leading indicators.
  • Manage and align stakeholder expectations, addressing critical issues and ensuring proactive follow-up.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Product Management, Studios, and fellow Project Managers across geographies.
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage project risks and issues, including assessing business impact and proposing mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure clear and effective communication with clients on key risks, updates, and strategic decisions.
  • Proficient in project management tools such as JIRA (Cloud), Smartsheet, and Power BI.
  • Skilled in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
  • Create impactful PowerPoint presentations for leadership and stakeholder communication.
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment built on trust and accountability.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail.
  • Continuously identify and implement process improvements to optimize project delivery.

What We're Looking For

  • Extensive Project Management Experience: Over a decade of experience managing full project lifecycles, including planning, budgeting, estimating, execution, and delivery.​

  • Methodological Expertise: Proficient in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and traditional Waterfall approaches, allowing for flexible and effective project execution.​

  • Global Collaboration: Demonstrated success in leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple geographies, ensuring cohesive project progress.​

  • Communication Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication abilities, facilitating clear and effective interactions with stakeholders at all levels.​

  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, fostering collaborative relationships and promoting team cohesion.​

  • Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities: Adept at analyzing complex problems, making informed decisions, and implementing effective solutions.​

  • Matrix Organization Navigation: Experienced in operating within matrix organizations, effectively managing responsibilities and expectations in individual contributor roles.​

  • Agile Methodologies Proficiency: Well-versed in Agile frameworks, including Scrum and Kanban, with hands-on experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and practices.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

  • World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

  • Robust benefits package

  • Global career opportunities

Our Values

  • All about the Player

  • Talent Unleashed

  • Collective Brilliance

  • Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

None

Additional Information:

Depending on the nature of your role, you may be required to register with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

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About The Company

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL) is a leading gaming content creation company powered by technology to deliver industry-leading casino games together with mobile games and online real money games, collectively entertaining millions of players worldwide, every day. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, Aristocrat has three operating business units, spanning regulated land-based gaming (Aristocrat Gaming),social casino (Product Madness)and regulated online real money (Aristocrat Interactive). Our team of over 8,500 people across the globe are united by our company mission tobring joy to life through the power of play.For further information visit the Group's website at

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