Portfolio and Governance Manager, Global Technology

17 hours ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Ipsos Full time
Job Description

The Role and Its Importance

We are seeking a Portfolio and Governance Manager to join our Global Technology division, a rapidly transforming team that is revolutionizing the way we work and deliver impact and value to our clients. This role will be a critical component of this transformation, working alongside 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.

This role will be part of a global team, and we are seeking candidates based in France, UK, Romania, Canada, or US. Candidates must have the ability to work with Central European hours.

Key Responsibilities

This is a highly collaborative and technical role that requires an infectious passion and care for what we deliver. The main responsibilities include:

  • Developing and managing the overall technology portfolio budget, ensuring it is aligned with the company's strategic business objectives and technology roadmap.
  • Establishing and enforcing portfolio governance processes, policies, and standards to ensure consistency and compliance across all technology initiatives.
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams across the business and division, including business leaders, technology executives, and SMEs.
  • Contributing to the administration of Portfolio Management tools and developing solutions to meet the needs of the business.
  • Conducting regular analysis and reporting on portfolio performance against KPIs, expected benefits, and other defined metrics.
  • Identifying and mitigating portfolio risks by implementing risk management strategies and contingency plans.
  • Developing, implementing, and maintaining IT governance policies and procedures with regular monitoring and analysis on risk and compliance.
  • Promoting 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.
  • Leading and/or contributing to projects within the global team.
What We're Looking For

We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record in leading and managing complex, cross-functional technology portfolios and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have:

  • 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.
  • Proficiency in Analytics.
  • Experience in process design and management, governance, and Agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of vendor management and procurement processes.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Atlassian Software certification, including Administration.
  • Experience with other project management and issue tracking tools.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Multi-tasking skills, with the ability to manage several concurrent projects and prioritize demands.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline. An advanced degree is a strong asset.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in technology portfolio management, program management, or related roles in a global corporate environment.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Atlassian Software administration and support.

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