Job Description:

Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society.

We’re hiring for a Project Manager – Enterprise Data to join our Global Enterprise Data team in London.

Purpose of the Role

As Project Manager you’ll be part of dentsu’s global Enterprise Data team, specifically supporting the Data Retention Program, our AI Classification and Categorization initiative, and Master Service Set (MSS) capability, focused on data management and governance, data quality, operational efficiency, business platform integration, and compliance across the enterprise. 

You’ll coordinate cross‑functional workstreams, support change management, and manage the tasks associated with the implementation of Enterprise Data standards and data retention rules and policies across platforms and regions.  This is a mid‑level, self‑directed role suited for someone experienced in managing technical or data-related projects. 

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management; Manage day-to-day execution of assigned projects, ensuring delivery against scope, timeline and budget. Creating and maintain detailed project schedules aligned with resource availability and BAU constraints and managing interdependencies across related projects and functions. 
• Project Reporting & Documentation; Maintain accurate project documentation including meeting notes, action logs, RAID logs, business cases, and scope documents. Producing program summaries, dashboards, and presentation materials for leadership. 
• Risk & Issue Management; Identify, document, and monitor project Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID), maintain RAID logs. Partnering with stakeholders and working with program leaders and stakeholders to develop mitigating actions and escalate when necessary. 
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management; Identify, engage, and coordinate with cross‑functional and market level leaders and partners in all business domains and technical areas of the business organising stakeholder participation and facilitating partnerships across the business as needed.
• Requirements Gathering & Business Case Development; Assist program leaders in developing and refining business cases and project initiation documents (PIDs) and support the collection and documentation of business and functional requirements tied to project/program related solutions including supporting test and release activities.
• Communications & Change Management; Work with leadership and functional team members to develop and manage a comprehensive change and communications strategies to support programs and initiatives, aligning messaging across global and regional communications teams. 

Qualifications + Skills

• Strong Project management experience, preferably in data, technology, operations, or governance environments.
• Strong familiarity with data retention, data governance, or compliance-driven programs.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). 
• Strong organizational skills and ability to self-direct, managing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal oversight in large, matrixed, or global organizations with multiple business units. 
• Experience coordinating with global and cross‑functional teams, able to adapt communication style between business, marketing, and technical audiences. 
• Experience with tools such as ADO, Jira, Confluence, Asana, Smartsheet, or MS Project. 

What we offer

• This is a permanent role.
• The team is based in our London office but operates under flexible working arrangements. The team are currently in the office every Tuesday & Wednesday.
• As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected], quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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Location:

London

Brand:

Global Business Operations

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent