Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. 

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. 

We are proud of: 

• The work we do and the innovation we drive 
• Our values of share, care and dare 
• A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy 
• Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration 

The role  

The role is delivery-focused and operates at a senior level, with responsibility for programme outcomes, governance, and performance. The role also requires strong commercial awareness and the ability to support opportunity shaping and initiative definition in collaboration with Client Partners when needed.

Role responsibilities

• Own and oversee cross-workstream alignment, dependencies, and critical path across the full programme lifecycle.
• Define, own, and continuously evolve programme-level artefacts, governance, and reporting to support decision-making and assurance.
• Provide clear, insight-led executive reporting to senior client and Valtech leadership, highlighting risks, opportunities, and recommendations.
• Own programme assurance, including regular health assessments and proactive intervention.
• Shape and mobilise new initiatives and opportunities within the engagement.
• Identify and drive improvements to delivery models, team structures, and ways of working.
• Act as an escalation point for complex delivery, commercial, or stakeholder challenges.
• Ensure delivery outcomes align with strategic client goals and long-term account objectives.

Must have qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications: 

• Proven experience leading complex Data & AI programmes with multiple concurrent workstreams, teams, and senior stakeholders.
• Proven experience owning large-scale programmes or portfolios, including scope, budget, risk, and value realisation.
• Proven experience in the management of project budgets
• Demonstrates commercial acumen, including ownership of programme financials, forecasting, and optimisation of margin and efficiency.
• Supports opportunity shaping in collaboration with Client Partners, shaping ambiguous briefs into structured programmes and delivery approaches.
• Strong experience in delivery assurance: assessing programme health, identifying risks, gaps, and inefficiencies, and driving corrective action.
• Proven ability to design and evolve programme governance, operating models, and team structures.
• Experience using data and performance metrics to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Comfortable influencing across disciplines, markets, and seniority levels.
• Upper-Intermediate English level.

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people 

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all. 

The benefits  

This is a position based in Lisbon, Portugal.

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: 

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent) 
• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs 
• Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training, and industry experts 

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process. 

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

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We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. 

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. 

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. 

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. 

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.