Value Stream Lead | Transformation | Wellington

The Value Stream Lead is based in Wellington and reports to the Director, Solutions. The Transformation Group works across MSD to support transformation programme goals through integrated delivery of products and services. The group brings together business, delivery and product leadership to shape clear value stream direction, manage interdependencies and support seamless end-to-end experiences for clients, partners and the organisation. The Value Stream Lead steers the value stream strategy and provides end-to-end business direction for an assigned value stream. This role guides integrated workstream delivery and ensures value is delivered to clients, partners and the organisation. Responsibilities Lead cross‑functional collaboration to define the value stream vision and shape roadmaps. Support the successful delivery of products and services aligned with transformation programme goals. Work closely with Product Owners, Delivery Leads and other workstream leads to maintain delivery alignment to value stream and platform intent. Manage key interdependencies across multiple products and services, balancing priorities across digital, technology, heritage platforms and service delivery activities. Identify, manage and escalates value‑stream related risks, issues and dependencies to support successful delivery. Qualifications Extensive experience in product management or a related role, with significant knowledge of agile frameworks, tools and practices. Significant experience overseeing all stages of a product or service lifecycle, from ideation through to retirement. Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work, sequence activity and oversee delivery against objectives. Experience developing and managing product roadmaps, prioritised backlogs, delivery priorities, risks, issues and dependencies. The ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders and manage stakeholder needs to support informed decision‑making and long‑term business goals. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present potential resolutions or strategies clearly and in a way tailored to different audiences. Experience understanding business context, needs, rules, architecture, organisational structures, cultures, capabilities and processes. The ability to use data‑driven analysis to identify opportunities for service improvement across digital products, services and channels. A commitment to embedding Te Ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in leadership and decision‑making. What’s in it for you | Nōu te rourou An opportunity to shape value stream direction and influence outcomes across a large and complex organisation. A strategic leadership role that brings together product, delivery, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement. The chance to work closely with senior leaders and delivery partners across MSD, to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful change. Meaningful work that supports better outcomes for clients, partners, employees and the wider organisation. Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $142,874.00 - $177,798.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr