The D&G IT Portfolio Delivery Lead will provide strategic leadership and expertise in the design, development, and delivery of technology solutions to support the Diagnostics & Genomics (D&G) business. This role will involve direct management of delivery projects, oversight of project managers, and close collaboration with group Enterprise IT teams and third-party providers. The D&G IT Portfolio Delivery Lead will ensure that all solutions are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives, while also overseeing effective change management and operational support for ongoing solutions.  Key Responsibilities  Functional Leadership  Collaborate with Demand Teams and functional collaborators to assess, recommend, and deliver technology solutions that align with D&G business strategies.  Lead the planning and execution of initiatives using formal methodologies, including Project Management, Product Management, SDLC, and Agile.  Leverage enterprise platforms and services to enhance business capabilities, ensuring high-quality service delivery.  Contribute to financial planning, managing portfolio spending, and ensuring alignment with budgetary targets.  Oversee relationships with external vendors and partners, ensuring effective service provision, maintenance, and support across D&G IT solutions.  Manage the lifecycle of D&G digital platforms, including acquisition, retirement, and reconfiguration of supporting infrastructure.  Organizational Leadership  Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing D&G IT Portfolio Delivery Team, ensuring they deliver value-aligned digital technologies.  Foster skills development within the team, with a focus on formal delivery methodologies (Project Management, SDLC, Agile).  Improve collaboration between teams to identify alignments, standardize processes, and improve enterprise capabilities.  Manage collaborator communications, facilitate project prioritization, and drive value realization.  Identify risks and opportunities proactively, bringing to bear them to improve efficiency and competitive advantage.  Establish efficient ways of working to ensure seamless collaboration and consistent delivery.  Person Specification  A proactive self-starter and problem solver, capable of identifying and implementing process improvements.  Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills.  Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality results under pressure.  Strong collaboration skills, with experience working in interdisciplinary and virtual teams.  Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills.  Capable of operating independently, taking initiative, and getting results.  The job holder will be able to demonstrate the following behaviors in line with LGC’s core values:  Integrity  Respect  Passion  Curiosity  Brilliance 
