Director, Digital Strategy & Execution Excellence

K&L Gates; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 171,000 - 341,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

K&L Gates is seeking a Director of Digital & Technology Strategy & Execution in the United States. This role reports to the Chief Digital & Technology Officer and leads the PMO and BRM teams, translating strategy into coordinated delivery and measurable outcomes across the technology function.

The position blends strategic influence with execution accountability. Responsibilities include defining governance, managing a complex portfolio, and maturing delivery capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, CS or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in technology strategy, delivery, or operations leadership with PMO/portfolio responsibility.
• 5+ years leading teams; experience in professional services or legal environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the CDTO's execution partner, delivering strategic priorities to completion.
• Translate strategy, OKRs, and roadmaps into coordinated, tracked plans with owners and milestones.
• Lead PMO and BRM teams; establish governance, standards, and delivery methodologies.
• Own end-to-end technology projects and programs including intake, prioritization, and resourcing.
• Establish portfolio reporting across scope, schedule, budget, risk, and value.
• Oversee financial planning and forecasting; align spend with budgets and priorities.

Skills

PMO leadership

Portfolio management

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Strategic translation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, CS

MBA or master's preferred

Tools

PMP

PgMP

PfMP

ITIL

BRMP

Job description

K&L Gates is seeking a Director of Digital & Technology Strategy & Execution in the United States. This role reports to the Chief Digital & Technology Officer and leads the PMO and BRM teams, translating strategy into coordinated delivery and measurable outcomes across the technology function.

The position blends strategic influence with execution accountability. Responsibilities include defining governance, managing a complex portfolio, and maturing delivery capabilities.