AI Native - Project Delivery Lead

<h1>Quick answer: what is this job?</h1><p style="min-height:1.5em">PALO IT is hiring an <strong>AI Native Project Delivery Lead</strong> in <strong>Paris, France</strong> (hybrid) to own end-to-end project delivery from pre-sales engagement to final handover. The role requires at least 8 years of experience leading software delivery in agile, iterative contexts, strong client-facing leadership, and comfort embedding PALO IT's <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.palo-it.com/en/services/gen-e2">Gen-e²™ AI-first delivery practices</a> into everyday project governance.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h1><strong>About PALO IT</strong></h1><p style="min-height:1.5em">At <strong>PALO IT</strong>, we don’t just build software, we invent the AI-first future of enterprises. As a global technology consultancy, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.palo-it.com/en/blog/agentic-orchestration-whitepaper">our patented Gen-e²™ methodology</a> puts AI at the core of everything we do, transforming how businesses design, deliver, and evolve digital solutions.</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em">We are a diverse collective of <strong>450+ AI-native professionals across 11 offices</strong>, united by our commitment to excellence, integrity, and positive impact. Proudly independent since 2009, we combine agility and global reach, pioneering the “agentic organization” model we implement for our clients.<strong><br /></strong></p><h2></h2><h1>What does an AI Native Project Delivery Lead do at PALO IT?</h1><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><p style="min-height:1.5em">As an AI Native Project Delivery Lead within PALO IT in Paris, you own end-to-end project delivery, from pre-sales engagement through to final handover, driving AI-augmented innovation and seamless execution at every phase. Your responsibilities include:</p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Ensure project transparency.</strong> Share clear KPIs with teams and clients to track progress and anticipate risks.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Lead project advancement.</strong> Maintain a clear view on requirements and milestones; unblock teams proactively.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Guarantee service quality.</strong> Support PALO IT Labs teams, relay client feedback, and facilitate resolution of blockers.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Be a trusted advisor for clients.</strong> Build strong, strategic partnerships aligned with their business goals.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Partner with account management.</strong> Oversee financial performance (P&amp;L) to secure sustainable project success.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Facilitate cross-stakeholder communication.</strong> Serve as the central contact for senior client stakeholders, internal teams, and commercial leadership.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Drive key reporting and governance.</strong> Document and share progress, risks, and decisions effectively.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Host collaborative workshops.</strong> Create alignment on objectives and working methods anchored in Gen-e²™.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Coach and uplift your Gen-e²™ delivery team.</strong> Promote continuous improvement, embed Gen-e²™ practices, and lead ceremonies (plannings, reviews, retrospectives).</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Advise clients on product management.</strong> Help define vision, optimize backlogs, and maximize delivered value.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h1>What experience do you need for this role?</h1><p style="min-height:1.5em">You're a strong fit for this AI Native Project Delivery Lead role if you have:</p><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>At least 8 years of experience</strong> driving software delivery in agile and iterative contexts from discovery to maintenance as a natural leader.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Excellent direction-setting and communication skills</strong> organizing teams and aligning objectives to boost efficiency and project outcomes.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>A deep understanding of clients' strategic and business context</strong>, enabling you to anticipate needs and adopt their point of view.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Strong facilitation and dialogue skills</strong>, confidently engaging senior decision-makers and fostering smooth interaction across all stakeholders.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Servant leadership practice</strong> situational awareness, conflict resolution, empowerment, and transparency in team dynamics.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Comfort stepping into Scrum Master and/or Product