Project Senior Specialist

About us:

Founded on the dream and insight of three sports journalists in 1945, Sisal was the first Italian company to operate in the gaming and betting industry as a government licensee. As of August 4, 2022, Sisal is part of Flutter Entertainment plc, the world's largest online sports betting and iGaming operator, with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and listed on the London and New York stock exchanges.

The company’s commitment to building a more responsible future rests on a sustainability strategy with long-term objectives to affirm Sisal as a leader in Responsible Gaming, an innovative and sustainable company and an exemplary work environment.

Who You Are?

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in project management, preferably in APP and WEB projects
• Proven experience in managing software development projects end-to-end
• Hands-on experience with project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Hybrid, and Kanban
• Proficiency in using project management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Confluence)
• Experience working with international teams and managing multiple concurrent IT projects
• Strong skills in stakeholder communication, relationship management, and conflict resolution
• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Highly self-motivated, results-driven, open-minded, and a strong team player
• Solid understanding of IT budgeting and financial management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to listen actively and articulate clearly
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Practical experience with project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Hybrid, and Kanban
• Proficiency in using project management tools such as ServiceNow and Confluence

What You’ll Do

• Account management for customer care
• Take full ownership of end-to-end project lifecycle management, including planning, budgeting, risk and issue tracking, dependency management, and stakeholder coordination
• Lead and deliver projects under the PMO with full accountability for scope, timeline, and quality
• Drive the standardization and continuous improvement of PMO processes and governance frameworks
• Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams, including business units, demand managers, program managers, developers, analysts, product owners, QA, and data warehouse teams
• Ensure adherence to waterfall-based IT governance standards throughout project execution
• Handle escalation processes effectively and manage risks and stakeholders with a proactive approach

Nice to Have

• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a strong advantage
• In-depth understanding of budgeting and financial planning
• Experience of customer care project management is a plus