Portfolio Manager

Ladders; United States; On-site; USD 146,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

401k Plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Nursing mothers benefits

Pet insurance

Employee discount program

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Portfolio Manager to guide a portfolio of enterprise technology programs within a remote US-based role. You will align programs with business priorities, manage governance, and drive delivery with diverse stakeholders, including directors and technical teams.

The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years in portfolio management, a PMP certification, strong leadership, and a proven ability to optimize resources while maintaining clear communication across multi-stakeholder

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience as a Portfolio Manager or similar role.
• PMP certification from PMI.
• Experience with complex VMware programs and stakeholder coordination.
• Background in working with global financial customers.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong data analytics and MS Office/MS Project skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a project portfolio aligned with organizational goals.
• Prioritize projects with directors based on business needs and resource limitations.
• Optimize resource allocation for project efficiency.
• Establish governance processes for project consistency and accountability.
• Manage project timelines and deadlines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Enhance project management practices through process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder coordination

Data analytics

Communication skills

PMP certification

MS Office

MS Project

VMware

Education

PMP certification (PMI)

Tools

VMware

MS Office

MS Project

SharePoint

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Portfolio Manager to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will guide a portfolio of complex programs and projects, ensuring alignment with business priorities, resource availability, and delivery expectations. You will partner closely with directors, technical teams, and stakeholders to drive governance, improve execution discipline, and keep initiatives moving forward. The position also calls for strong analytical oversight and the ability to support large, multi-stakeholder environments with clarity and consistency. Experience supporting enterprise technology programs and financial services clients will be especially valuable.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $145,600 – $182,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a project portfolio aligned with organizational goals
• Prioritize projects with directors based on business needs and resource limitations
• Optimize resource allocation for project efficiency
• Establish governance processes for project consistency and accountability
• Manage project timelines and deadlines to ensure on-time delivery
• Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate project risks
• Enhance project management practices through process improvements

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience as a Portfolio Manager or similar role
• PMP certification from PMI
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills with proven success in managing complex project portfolios
• Experience with complex VMware programs and stakeholder coordination
• Background in working with global financial customers
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information effectively
• Strong data analytical and computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, SharePoint, PowerPoint) and expert knowledge of MS Project

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Care
• Onsite Health Centers and Employee Assistance Program
• Generous PTO and Sick Leave, starting at 20 days per year
• 401k Plan with company matching and profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and life insurance
• Nursing mothers benefits, pet insurance, and an employee discount program

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.