Transformation and Project Specialist (12 month FTC)

Transformation and Project Specialist (12 month FTC)

Job title: Transformation and Project Specialist (12 month fixed-term contract)

Location: Leeds, UK / Bulgaria

Overview of the role:

We are looking for a Transformation and Project Specialist to join our International Marketing team (12 month maternity cover).

The role of the Transformation and Project Specialist is to assist the Transformation & Project Manager and the wider Marketing and Commercial teams to take accountability for and deliver business change. This role will work closely with various stakeholders across Marketing, MarTech, Product and Commercial as well as engaging colleagues from all areas of the business to achieve the desired outcomes.  

The PokerStars International Marketing team is undergoing a fundamental transformation covering people, processes and technology.  The scope of the change covers marketing assets delivered across a broad geographical span including Canada, UK, France, Spain and the UK.  

As part of the transformation, the Director of Customer Marketing and Operations will require transformation and project management support in order to help deliver the key pillars of the Transformation Programme, which include Ways of Working, Culture, Change Plans, Process Changes and Technology Implementation.  

What you'll do:

• Outcomes: work with the Transformation & Project Manager to own, plan and implement Marketing Transformation projects from the Transformation roadmap
• Project Management: ensuring blocks of work are delivered on-time while assuring transparency across the organisation   
• Assist the Transformation & Project Manager to develop project timings plans which identify, track and report on risks and issues, working with necessary stakeholders  
• Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders
• Manage change through effective communication, training, resistance and results management  
• Collaborate with teams to uncover opportunities for improvement and develop proposed solutions  
• Work to understand internal policies and procedures to provide insights and recommendations for improvement  
• Act as point of contact to other teams for process improvement and other requests falling into the team’s remit, carrying out feasibility assessments where relevant  
• Become a subject matter expert on the processes, systems and tools used to ensure agility of project delivery  
• Triage, delegate and oversee improvement related projects and tasks, ensuring each is managed through to completion and required outcomes achieved  
• Stakeholder communication and training  

What you'll bring:

We are seeking a driven and organized individual with the following experience and skills:

• Experience: Proven experience managing projects within complex organizations, particularly within the online gambling industry, and experience in marketing transformation or project management.
• Well-Organized: Capable of managing workloads efficiently and raising capacity or resource concerns with the Transformation & Project Manager when necessary.
• Excellent Communication: Able to deliver clear, concise, and high-quality communications, both written and verbal, that are consistent and prepared to a professional standard.
• Strong Stakeholder Relationships: Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key collaborators across a global organization.
• Collaborative: A true team player who earns the trust of colleagues, shares knowledge generously, and engages networks to drive progress and achieve results.
• Results-Oriented: Self-motivated and focused on delivering incremental change quickly, with an eye on driving commercial success.
• Analytical Thinking: Able to think objectively, analyze situations, and make sound decisions, particularly when working under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Problem Solver: Strong judgment and decision-making skills, with an ability to resolve issues and offer solutions.
• Data-Driven: Skilled at extracting insights from data and communicating findings clearly through reports.
• Culturally Aware: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate and adapt to diverse cultural environments.

It’s ok if you don’t think you tick every box on this list. We love people who want to challenge themselves and are passionate about what they do. If you believe you can contribute in some areas and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Why choose us:

Aside from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.

Equal opportunities:

At Flutter International we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our people can be their authentic selves and thrive. We embrace and celebrate diversity, respecting all our uniqueness and differences.

We welcome you to let us know whether you have any accessibility needs. All you need to do is email us at talent@flutterint.com. Your journey with us is focused on ensuring you have what you need to be your best self.

Learn more about the works we are doing on Inclusion and Belonging here: https://careers.flutterinternational.com/working-at-flutter-international/diversity-equity-inclusion/

The group:

PokerStars is a proud member of the Flutter Entertainment family, a global leader in sports betting, iGaming, and entertainment. We're not just another company; we're listed on both the prestigious FTSE 100 index on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). What sets us apart is our world class brands, cutting-edge products, and our International division includes our operations in over 100 global markets and offers sports betting, casino, poker, rummy and lottery, mainly online. What truly defines us is our commitment to ensuring that the excitement of gaming and entertainment is experienced in a responsible and sustainable way. Our remarkable team of over 8,000 colleagues drives this vision, spread across 28 offices worldwide.

NB This role is known internally as Transformation and Project Executive.