Senior Business Readiness Lead
Summary
Leads business readiness for a national rollout project serving educational institutions in Dublin: building training/support plans, running pilot demos, readiness assessments, governance and stakeholder management. Requires 7+ years in business readiness within public sector or regulated environments plus change/project management experience.
Introduction & Summary:
Seeking a seasoned professional with a minimum of 7 years' experience in a business readiness role at a managerial or specialist level, particularly within large organizations. The ideal candidate will possess a primary degree or equivalent in a related field such as Business, Project Management, Change Management, or IT. This role emphasizes public sector experience, specifically in delivering business readiness activities in complex or regulated environments.
Main Responsibilities:
Develop and implement training and support plans for educational institutions in the second pilot phase.
Identify and recommend operational models for post-delivery and national rollout.
Lead preparation of pilot participants through demonstrations and training sessions.
Gather and analyze feedback for future pilots and broader rollout strategies.
Create operational guidance and readiness assessments essential for smooth transitions.
Maintain initiative timelines, manage governance, and adapt to organizational change efforts.
Oversee multiple work streams, ensuring engagement while minimizing resistance.
Be integral in stakeholder management alongside the Service Delivery team.
Key Requirements:
A strong track record in leading business readiness and operational transition activities within public sector or regulated environments.
Ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders and operate autonomously on key projects.
Change Management experience.
Project Management certification (PRINCE2, PMP, Agile PM).
Business Analysis certification.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Experience in managing multiple work streams effectively.
Nice to Have:
Programme coordination and change management experience.
Capability to influence teams without direct authority.
Experience in stakeholder engagement and preparation activities.
Other Details: This role will involve remote work and collaboration in a dynamic environment focused on the educational sector. Candidates with experience in similar structured projects will be preferred. Duration and specific engagement details will be discussed during the interview process.
