Head of Project Management - Farfetch Platform Solutions

Job Description

FARFETCH exists for the love of fashion. Our mission is to be the global platform for luxury fashion, connecting creators, curators and consumers.We're a positive platform for good, bringing together an incredible creative community made up by our people, our partners and our customers. This community is at the heart of our business success. We welcome differences, empower individuality and celebrate diverse skills and perspectives, creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are FARFETCH for All.
COMMERCIAL & SUSTAINABILITYWe're partnering with the world's best brands, boutiques and department stores to provide our customers with a unique shopping experience and access to the most extensive selection of luxury on a single platform. We work with all areas of FARFETCH to achieve business success and to improve our social and environmental impact. We want to empower our consumers to think, act and choose positively while offering an unrivalled range of fashion to empower their individuality.
LONDONOur office is located in Old Street, London's tech hub. Our open-plan space is ideal for collaborative working. When you're not doing what's never been done, you can enjoy a team lunch on our large outdoor terrace, or join a yoga class in our dedicated studio.
THE ROLEFARFETCH Platform Solutions is the enterprise commerce solution for luxury brands and retailers, driving growth and innovation on a global scale. We are looking for an experienced head of commercial project management to join the team and lead on the successful management and implementation of our strategic enterprise projects.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own and manage the successful delivery of a portfolio of enterprise level projects from discovery through to launch
• Provide guidance, leadership and manage a team of project managers, focusing on coaching, motivating, engaging and developing them to perform in their roles
• Maintain a strategic view across multiple clients and projects driving efficiency, developing insights and sharing key learnings
• Develop and maintain outstanding working relationships with clients, acting as a thought partner and escalation point for senior stakeholders (C-suite and management team)
• Seen and respected as a leader within the broader FARFETCH Platform Solutions business, maintaining strong working relationships with counterparts across other teams

WHO YOU ARE

• Proven project/programme management experience either at a consulting/professional services firm or in an equivalent internal role
• Worked in client facing or service led roles and have effectively influenced / managed senior stakeholders (C-level)
• Experience leading and developing high performing teams, championing and fostering growth and development
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills combined with the ability to lead group discussions and explain complex solutions
• Personal interest and understanding of the fashion, retail, technology or similar creative industry

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

• FARFETCH Equity plan and annual discretionary bonus
• Flexible benefits - Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Pension scheme and more
• Critical Illness Insurance and Life Assurance
• Flexible working environment and more!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

• FARFETCH is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process. We are determined that no applicant experiences discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, veteran status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We continue to build our consciously inclusive culture as part of our Positively FARFETCH strategy throughout our business, partnerships and communities.