Portfolio and Governance Manager, Global Technology

4 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Ipsos-Insight, LLC Full time

We are seeking a Portfolio and Governance Manager to join our Global Technology division, playing a critical role in transforming the way we work and deliver impact and value to our clients.

This role will work closely with the Process and Transformation Officer to ensure consistency, compliance, and alignment between technology investments and the company's overall strategy, business objectives, and technical roadmap.

The main responsibilities include portfolio management and planning, governance and monitoring, business support, financial management, risk management, tech vendor governance, analytics, process streamlining, and improvement.

The ideal candidate will have experience in technology portfolio management, program management, or related roles in a global corporate environment, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and proficiency in project management methodologies, risk management, and portfolio governance practices.

Additionally, the candidate should have experience with Atlassian Software, including Jira Software, Jira Service Management, Confluence, and other tools, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office and multi-tasking skills.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish.

For more information, please see the job requirements below:

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage the overall technology portfolio budget, ensuring it is aligned with the company's strategic business objectives and technology roadmap.
  • Establish and enforce portfolio governance processes, policies, and standards to ensure consistency and compliance across all technology initiatives.
  • Collaborate, build, and foster relationships with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams across the business and division, including business leaders, technology executives, and SMEs.
  • Contribute to the administration of Portfolio Management tools, develop, and implement solutions to meet the needs of the business.
  • Conduct regular analysis and reporting on portfolio performance against KPIs, expected benefits, and other defined metrics.
  • Identify and mitigate portfolio risks by implementing risk management strategies and contingency plans.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain IT governance policies and procedures with regular monitoring and analysis on risk and compliance.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the portfolio management team, staying abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in portfolio management.
  • Lead and/or contribute to Projects within the global team.
Requirements:
  • Proven track record in leading and managing complex, cross-functional technology portfolios and initiatives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex information to executives.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies, risk management, and portfolio governance practices.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost-benefit analysis.
  • Experience in process design and management, governance, and Agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of vendor management and procurement processes.
  • Atlassian Software certification (Jira Software, Jira Service Management, Confluence, and any other tools) including Administration.
  • Experience with other project management and issue tracking tools.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Multi-tasking - can manage several concurrent projects and prioritize demands.
  • Project Management certification is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Advanced degree a strong asset.
Commitment to Diversity:

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee's individuality and diverse perspectives.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish.

We encourage our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with our code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law in the US, the estimated base salary range for this role is $75,000 to $120,000 USD in the US.

Please note that we are a global team and would welcome candidates based in France, UK, Romania, Canada, or US, where a different local salary range may apply.

The final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors, which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education, and/or certifications.

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