Director of Product & Technology Operations (Planning, Portfolio & Delivery Operations)

Rightmove

London8h ago

Seniority: Lead

About the role

<div class="content-intro">Our vision is to give everyone the belief they can make their move. We aim to make moving simpler, by giving everyone the best place to turn to and return to for access to the tools, expertise, trust, and belief to make it happen. We’re home to the UK’s largest choice of properties and are the go-to destination for millions of people planning their next move, reading the latest industry news, or just browsing what’s on the market.  <hr>  </div><h4>About the role  </h4> We’re looking for a strategic, execution-focused leader to join our Product Development leadership team as Director of Product & Technology Operations. This role is responsible for driving the operational excellence, planning, and cross-functional coordination of our fast-paced and large-scale product and engineering function. Reporting into the COO you will work closely with the Director of Product, Director of Engineering, CIO and CISO to bring structure and discipline to how we plan, operate, and execute.  <h4>Key responsibilities </h4> <h4>Ops Leadership & Team Enablement </h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Deliver operational efficiency, tooling improvements, and process clarity across teams.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Regularly review and identify opportunities to improve functional structure and approach, staying abreast of the latest industry trends.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensure effective cross-discipline ceremonies and rhythms to ensure streamlined delivery and continuous improvement. </li> </ul> <h4>Planning </h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Responsible for the annual and quarterly planning cycles (including roadmap definition, capacity and investment planning).</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Own the company-wide OKR framework, driving an outcome-focused approach to execution.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="8" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Coordinate the cross-functional planning calendar and ensure inputs/outputs and repeatable.</li> </ul> <h4>Portfolio & Delivery Operations </h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Maintain an end-to-end view of the product and tech portfolio.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Drive continuous improvement through the creation of consistent reporting on delivery health, team performance, and value realisation.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Input into strategic and operational reviews, gathering information and preparing materials to support decision-making.</li> </ul> <h4>Strategic delivery </h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Act as the escalation and risk management point for high-impact delivery challenges.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensure the effective running of a small but high-impact Programme Management function that supports complex, cross-cutting initiatives. </li> </ul> <h4>Ideal candidate: </h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Proven experience in a senior tech/product strategy or operational role, ideally within a scaled tech org (250+).</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Modern understanding of current Product & Tech operating models and best practices.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Empathetic leader, able to demonstrate the ability to create high-performing teams and influence change across the organisation.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Excellent stakeholder management skills with strong influencing capability.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Structured and analytical mindset and a bias for action.</li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Able to articulate complex concepts and produce high-quality outputs.</li> </ul>  <div class="content-conclusion"><hr> <h3>About Rightmove</h3> Our vision is to give everyone the belief that they can make their move. We aim to make moving simpler by giving everyone the best place to turn to and return to for access to the tools, expertise, trust and belief to make it happen. We're home to the UK's largest choice of properties, and are the go-to destination for millions of people planning their next move, reading the latest industry news, or just browsing what's on the market. Despite this growth, we’ve remained a friendly, supportive place to work, with employee #1 still working here!  We’ve done this by placing the Rightmove Hows at the heart of everything we do. These are the essential values that reflect our culture, and include: <ul> <li>We create value…by delivering results and building trust with partners and consumers.</li> <li>We think bigger…by acting with curiosity and setting bold aspirations.</li> <li>We care deeply…by being real, having fun, and valuing diversity.</li> <li>We move together…by being one team - internally collaborative, externally competitive.</li> <li>We make a difference…by focusing on delivering measurable impact.</li> </ul> We believe in careers that open doors and help our team develop by providing an open and inclusive work environment, offering ongoing training opportunities, and supporting charity fundraising events. And with 88% of Rightmovers saying we’re a great place to work, we’re clearly doing something right!  If all of this has caught your eye, you may well be a Rightmover in the making...... <h4>People are the foundation of Rightmove - We’ll help you build a career on it.</h4> <h4>What we offer </h4> <ul> <li>Cash plan for dental, optical and physio treatments.</li> <li>Private Medical Insurance, Pension and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan.</li> <li>27 days holiday plus two (paid) volunteering days a year to give back, and holiday buy schemes.</li> <li>Contributory stakeholder pension.</li> <li>Life assurance at 4x your basic salary to a spouse, family member or other nominated person in your life.</li> <li>Competitive compensation package.</li> <li>Paid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility.</li> <li>Travel Loans, Bike to Work scheme, Rental Deposit Loan.</li> <li>Charitable contributions through Payroll Giving and donation matching.</li> <li>Access deals and discounts on things like travel, electronics, fashion, gym memberships, cinema discounts and more.</li> <li>We offer hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in the office. For our roles, such as Field or Home-based positions, different working arrangements apply - full details will be shared during the recruitment process.</li> </ul> <hr> <h4>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rightmove will never discriminate based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or sexual orientation.  At Rightmove, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce leads to better innovation, productivity, and overall success., We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their background or identity, to develop and promote a diverse culture that reflects the communities we serve.</h4> <hr> <h4>By applying, you confirm that you are aged at least 18 or over and that you’ve read and understood our <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.rightmove.co.uk/c/privacy-policy/" target="_blank" data-start="192" data-end="259">Privacy Policy</a>, which explains how we handle and protect your personal information during the recruitment process.</h4></div>

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