Principal Delivery Manager (Head of Technology Delivery – Tax)

Entity: Technology Job Family Group: IT&S Group Job Description: At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others. About the role We are seeking a technology leader to shape and deliver bp’s Tax technology strategy and portfolio. In this role, you will lead the delivery, improvement and long-term evolution of platforms that support tax compliance, reporting, calculation and risk management. You will work closely with Tax, Finance, Technology and external partners to deliver secure, scalable and reliable solutions that support business goals and regulatory requirements. This position combines critical thinking with delivery leadership, ensuring technology investments create measurable value, improve efficiency and support strong governance. What you will do Technology Strategy & Delivery Delivery and operation of Tax technology products, platforms and services. Develop and maintain a technology roadmap aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Guide technology transformation initiatives, including platform implementations, upgrades and modernisation programmes. Ensure solutions are secure, resilient, scalable and sustainable. Support the retirement of legacy applications and the adoption of new technologies. Partner with Tax specialists to translate business needs into effective technology solutions. Be responsible for integration between Tax platforms, SAP S/4HANA and other enterprise systems. Lead technology investments, delivery plans and prioritisation decisions. Automation, Data & Innovation See opportunities to simplify processes and improve efficiency, accuracy and user experience. Expand the use of automation, sophisticated analytics and AI-enabled capabilities across Tax operations. Assess emerging technologies and industry trends to strengthen operational performance and controls. Use data and performance insights to support continuous improvement and informed decision-making. Help build future-ready technology capabilities for the Tax function. Governance, Risk & Security Embed cybersecurity, data governance and compliance requirements into technology solutions. Ensure systems meet relevant legal, financial and regulatory obligations. Identify and handle technology risks, implementing mitigation plans where vital. Maintain high standards of data quality, integrity and security. Stakeholder & Partner Leadership Build strong partnerships across Tax, Finance and Technology teams. Lead relationships with software providers, implementation partners and service suppliers. Manage vendor performance, contracts and licensing arrangements. Foster alignment across interested parties and help balance challenging priorities to achieve successful outcomes. What you will bring Experience Degree qualification or equivalent experience in Technology, Finance, Information Systems or a related field. Experience leading technology delivery, product management or enterprise transformation initiatives. Experience leading technology portfolios, multi-functional teams and external delivery partners. Knowledge of Tax technology solutions, including: Tax compliance platforms Tax reporting and calculation systems Thomson Reuters Common Tax Engine or equivalent solutions SAP S/4HANA integration Experience delivering ERP, finance or enterprise platform transformations. Understanding of cybersecurity, data governance and regulatory compliance requirements. Experience applying automation, analytics and AI-enabled solutions to improve business outcomes. Knowledge of vendor, commercial and contract management practices. Skills & Capabilities Technology strategy and roadmap development Enterprise platform integration Programme and portfolio delivery Tax technology and compliance systems Automation, AI and advanced analytics Vendor and partner management Governance and risk management Continuous improvement and process optimisation Relationship building and partner engagement Strong written and verbal communication Why join bp? We support our people with flexible working, significant development opportunities and a driven rewards package. Benefits include: Performance-based bonus opportunities Private medical cover and life insurance Flexible and hybrid working options Learning and development programmes Career growth opportunities Enhanced parental and family support Wellbeing programmes and employee assistance services Employee networks, communities and volunteering opportunities Modern, collaborative workspaces Company-provided technology and equipment Travel Occasional travel may be required. Relocation This role is not eligible for relocation support. We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and many others benefits. Travel Requirement Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is eligible for relocation within country Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Building a Community of Practice, Business Acumen, Coaching, Collaboration, Communication, Conflict Management, Creating a high performing team, Creating and measuring impact, Creative Direction, Creativity and Innovation, Customer centric thinking, Customer Journey Mapping, Customer Value Proposition, Delivers an effortless customer experience, Design Direction - Delivery, Design Direction - Design, Design Direction - Experience, Design Direction - Strategic, Designing with AI, Design Thinking, Digital Ecosystems, Digital Fluency, Facilitation {+ 25 more} Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us . If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.