Senior PMO Lead - Complex Portfolio Delivery

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York is seeking a Project Manager responsible for overseeing all projects in their portfolio, ensuring success through planning, execution, and delivery. The role involves direct collaboration with business sponsors, monitoring project statuses, and managing risks.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years in IT project management, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of $145,000 to $165,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience managing IT projects in a law firm or financial services sector.
• In-depth understanding of project management concepts.
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct large-scale, complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Monitor and enforce schedules and vendor accountability.
• Prepare project status reports for business stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

MS Project proficiency

Knowledge of Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

PMP, Prince2 or CAPM preferred

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York is seeking a Project Manager responsible for overseeing all projects in their portfolio, ensuring success through planning, execution, and delivery. The role involves direct collaboration with business sponsors, monitoring project statuses, and managing risks.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years in IT project management, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of $145,000 to $165,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.