Lead Project Manager, Generative AI
Project Management
Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Anywhere in UK
Salary: up to 75,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience.
THE ROLE
Job Number: 21817
Band: E
Contract Type: 12 months
Job Closing Date: 05/03/2025
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
• An employer pension contribution of up to 10%
• 26 days’ annual leave (based on full time hours) + bank holidays and the option to buy/sell additional days
• Contributory lifestyle benefit options including discounts at hundreds of retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and healthcare schemes
• Employee assistance and well-being programmes
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join staff networks
• Family friendly flexible working arrangements can be requested.
Introduction
The Lead Project Manager(s) for the BBC’s Generative AI Programme will play a pivotal role in delivering the BBC’s ambitious plans for Generative AI. These roles will be responsible for leading key projects that ensure the BBC makes best use of Generative AI to deliver value to our audiences and staff.
Responsibilities
The following responsibilities may be spread across multiple roles, but all roles will need strong planning, delivery, prioritisation and communication skills:
1. Project manage the development and delivery of the BBC’s Generative AI staff engagement activity.
2. Project manage the BBC’s AI literacy activities.
3. Work closely with the BBC’s partnership, commercial and policy teams.
4. Monitor industry trends, emerging policies, and competitive pressures.
5. Work closely with the Head of Generative AI Hub to prioritise and accelerate projects.
Are you the right candidate?
• Proven experience in project management within a complex organisation, preferably in media, technology, or innovation-led environments.
• Strong organisational, planning, and delivery skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in transformation and innovation, particularly in applying new technologies.
• Knowledge of Generative AI and emerging media technologies is highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving priorities.
About the BBC
The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants.
Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance.
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