Formula 1
Technology Pipeline Manager
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Technology Pipeline Manager
Technology Pipeline Manager – Formula 1
Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1? At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle, leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do, ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, over 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies with a significant impact beyond the track.
Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated team—whether in engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications. There’s always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Technology Pipeline Manager to join our IT Portfolio and Technical Initiative team at Formula 1.
Reporting into our Head of Portfolio & Technical Initiatives, this role is responsible for managing the pipeline flow of technology initiatives (projects and programmes), ensuring smooth transitions between stages in the technology pipeline.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Pipeline Management
- Maintain the technology project pipeline, ensuring visibility and transparency across all stages.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to shape and define the scope of initiatives and develop high-level milestone plans.
- Track progress and report on initiatives from ideation through business case development, contracting, and post-delivery (supporting technology partnership marketing activations).
Workshop Facilitation
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops to define problems, identify needs, and shape early requirements, capturing clear use cases across early pipeline stages.
Business Case Development
- Guide initiative owners through developing robust business cases, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business value outcomes.
- Validate assumptions, benefits, and cost estimates to support informed decision-making.
Contracting Coordination
- Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to facilitate timely contracting for approved initiatives.
- Ensure all necessary documentation and approvals are in place before handover to delivery teams.
- Monitor contracting progress and escalate delays or risks to stakeholders.
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Governance & Process
- Facilitate stage-gate reviews and ensure compliance with governance standards.
- Develop and refine processes for project intake, prioritisation, and approval.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal partnerships teams, external technology partners (sponsors), business units, technical teams, and procurement to align priorities and timelines.
- Act as the primary point of contact for F1 project owners during early lifecycle stages.
Analysis & Reporting
- Provide regular reporting on pipeline status, risks, and resource implications.
- Support decision-making by preparing summaries and recommendations for senior leaders.
What We Are Looking For
Personal Qualities (Essential)
- A team player, capable of managing a matrix-organised team (internal and external).
- An excellent organiser with a solutions-focused approach.
- A collaborative team player with exceptional communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- A self-starter who can motivate and influence others.
Some Desirable Qualities
- Ability to navigate ambiguity to achieve successful outcomes.
Experience (Essential)
- Managed concurrent projects of varying scale and complexity.
- Managed complex strategic partner (sponsor) relationships and third-party suppliers.
- Experience in fast-paced, ever-changing environments.
Desirable Experience
- Experience in implementing technology solutions within the media and sports industry.
Qualifications (Essential)
- Trained in a project management methodology (e.g., AGILE, PRINCE 2, PMP, APM, MSP, or other).
- Degree educated.
Desirable Qualifications
- Awareness of structured business analysis methods (e.g., BABOK or similar).
Career Progression – Where Can You Go Next?
Your next career move could include progressing into Partnerships Management or Project Management.
Why Join the Force Behind the Sport?
Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard and every contribution truly makes an impact.
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We are committed to assembling, developing, and retaining the most talented people to shape the future of the sport.
As a member of the F1 team, you will benefit from:
- Private healthcare scheme
- Dental care
- 4 x Grand Prix paddock passes per season
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
- Free staff shuttle service running to and from nearby train stations (Biggin Hill)
- Free healthy snacks in offices
- Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill (serving breakfast and lunch)
- 25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holiday days + Christmas closure
- Opportunities to develop and request training via our in-house Learning & Development team
- Discount on F1 merchandise
- Discount at F1’s experiences (e.g., F1 Arcade, F1 Drive)
- Perkbox benefit portal and more
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Formula 1® delivers the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle with innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability at the heart of its future growth and value. As the global rights holders of this incredible sport, our team delivers the 24-race calendar directly to passionate fans worldwide.
Everything you experience—on screen or at an event—comes through our people. Whether it’s in engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications, the talent driving Formula 1 ensures the sport’s potential is maximised.
We focus on delivering the best for our fans and partners, ensuring business integrity and sustainable value. Sustainability and accessibility shape every decision made by Formula 1.
Our commitment to Net Zero by 2030 is reducing emissions both on and off the track, while ensuring diversity and inclusion make Formula 1 welcoming to everyone. This is Formula 1!
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