Project Planner

​Key Responsibilities:

• Define and communicate timing requirements to the HMI HF Team and other stakeholders.

• Collaborate with delivery and integration departments across JLR to align departmental planning with programme needs.

• Use JIRA and Confluence to plan, track, and communicate project progress and updates.

• Develop and adjust departmental work plans based on programme timing and late-stage changes.

• Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and changes to internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure the team has the necessary resources and information to execute plans effectively.

• Coordinate with HMI teams across AAD, China, and Portland to align with spec releases and share planning insights.

• Track and report on project status, identifying and resolving obstacles to timely delivery.

• Lead large projects or processes with minimal oversight, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience working within Agile frameworks and methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to plan for sizable teams in complex organisational structures.

• Background in delivering technical products collaboratively.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and communicate across all levels.

• Operate with precision and professionalism in high-pressure, fast-moving environments.

• Proficiency in Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Project Management, or related field

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience working in an automotive environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Agile project plans, sprint schedules, and release roadmaps

• Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional teams to define scope and priorities

• Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and capacity forecasting

• Monitor progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and adjust plans as needed

• Identify and mitigate risks that could impact delivery timelines

• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, velocity, and resource utilization

• Support continuous improvement by analyzing metrics and recommending process enhancements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies

• Proficiency in Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Agile certifications

• Experience in Agile transformation or coaching

• Familiarity with Lean principles and DevOps practices

Soft Skills:

• Adaptability in fast-paced environments

• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset

• Problem-solving and critical thinking

• Ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution