Stephen McGuirk
@stephenmcguirk
I build PMO governance and operating models that turn complex global programmes into measurable delivery.
FranceWhat I'm looking for
I've built PMO governance and operating models for global programmes, most recently at Zoetis, where I established a scalable framework across 14+ workstreams for an international pharmaceutical launch.
I connect strategy to execution by aligning global, international, and market teams around integrated plans, dependencies, KPI reporting, and clear accountability. My work spans programme delivery, process improvement, documentation standards, and async operating rhythms across distributed teams.
Previously, I led global media operations for LinkedIn via Dentsu, improving team satisfaction by 70%, and managed global content and digital asset delivery for Novartis via Oliver Agency, reducing delivery timelines by 10%. I work remotely in English and French and am interested in applying this operational approach in product operations environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Freelance Project Manager
Independent
Aug 2023 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Delivered operational frameworks, workflow design and governance for global marketing programmes, working fully remotely across client organisations in different geographies. Improved cross-functional collaboration through structured async communication, documentation standards and knowledge management practices.
Designed and implemented a scalable operating model and governance framework for an international programme with no prior PMO, establishing cross-functional ways of working and accountability structures across 14+ workstreams. Acted as the connective layer between global, international and market teams, aligning demand and execution within an Integrated Master Plan.
Led global campaign execution using structured PMO methods across distributed teams. Improved workflows and cross-functional collaboration, raising team satisfaction by 70%.
Managed global content and digital asset delivery across multiple markets. Improved cross-market alignment and reduced delivery timelines by 10%.
Marketing Operations & IT Administrator
Four Star Pizza
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Managed marketing operations and IT administration, supporting business processes and systems.
Project & Account Manager
Leading Social
Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 11 months)
Managed projects and accounts, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Sigmology
Yellow Belt, Lean Six Sigma
Completed Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification from Sigmology.
National College of Ireland
Higher Diploma, Business Analysis
Completed a Higher Diploma in Business Analysis from the National College of Ireland.
DMI
Professional Diploma, Digital Marketing
Completed a Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing from DMI.
LinkedIn Learning
Scrum Master Preparation, Scrum
Completed Scrum Master Preparation course on LinkedIn Learning.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
FranceAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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