Kirkland & Ellis · 3 hours ago
Director of Portfolio & Project Management
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expKirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and innovation. The Director of Portfolio and Project Management will oversee project planning, execution, and delivery within the IT Business Operations & Delivery department, ensuring alignment with business priorities and driving project delivery maturity.
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Responsibilities
Oversee multiple IT project portfolios, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and overall IT strategy
Lead and continuously improve processes for project intake, prioritization, and benefits realization to support informed decision-making
Establish and enforce project and program management standards, ensuring accountability for scope, timeline, budget, risks, and issues
Direct resource and capacity planning across IT to balance demand, maximize efficiency, and support successful delivery outcomes
Define, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and objectives and key results (OKRs) to monitor project health and drive continuous improvement
Facilitate clear, structured communication with stakeholders to ensure alignment, readiness, and transparency throughout the project lifecycle
Partner closely with Infrastructure, End User Services, Business Solutions, Practice Solutions, and Technology Enablement teams to manage dependencies and enable integrated delivery
Provide regular, concise updates to leadership on portfolio status, risks, and delivery outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in IT or technology project management, including portfolio management and delivery in complex environments
Proven capability in project intake, prioritization, resource and capacity planning, and benefits realization
Hands-on experience with project and program management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and DevOps
Strong people leadership and team development capabilities, with the ability to guide and influence across functions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex information to diverse audiences
Demonstrated success managing stakeholders and driving outcomes through cross-functional partnerships
Company
Kirkland & Ellis
Kirkland & Ellis is a law firm that offers a wide range of legal assistance in labor, government, and intellectual property litigation.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Member of Executive Committee, Partner
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