Portfolio Lead Management Consulting Background
Posted 3 days ago by 1753858778
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The Portfolio Lead role requires a seasoned professional with over 10 years of management consulting experience, particularly in large enterprises or Big 4 consulting. The position focuses on leading enterprise-wide digital transformations and managing complex programs using Agile methodologies. Strong communication and change management skills are essential for influencing C-level stakeholders and driving organizational change. The role is remote and classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead enterprise-wide digital transformations and manage large-scale programs.
- Influence C-level stakeholders and ensure alignment across teams.
- Implement Agile program and portfolio management practices.
- Facilitate change management initiatives and stakeholder adoption efforts.
- Utilize tools and methodologies to support project delivery and team collaboration.
Key Skills:
- 10+ years of management consulting or program leadership experience.
- Expertise in Agile program/portfolio management and Lean Portfolio Management.
- Experience with digital transformation initiatives, including AI/GenAI enablement.
- Strong executive presence and communication skills.
- Familiarity with tools like Jira, Aha!, Miro, and Confluence.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Consulting
Must-Have Skills & Experience
10+ years of management consulting, portfolio, or program leadership roles (especially within large enterprises or Big 4 consulting).
Proven experience leading enterprise-wide digital transformations.
Strong executive presence and the ability to influence C-level stakeholders.
Expertise in Agile program/portfolio management (e.g., SAFe, Spotify, or hybrid models).
Experience with Lean Portfolio Management, OKRs, and outcome-driven delivery.
Skilled in cross-team planning, governance, and coordination of large transformation initiatives.
Experience leading digital transformation initiatives, including AI/GenAI enablement.
Ability to align people, process, and platforms for emerging tech adoption.
Deep understanding of change management frameworks (e.g., Prosci, Kotter).
Proven ability to lead organization-wide change initiatives and stakeholder adoption efforts.
Exceptional executive-level communication and stakeholder alignment skills.
Strong facilitation and coaching abilities for events like workshops, PI planning, and retrospectives.
Tools & Methodologies
Familiarity with tools like Jira, Aha!, Miro, Confluence.
Experienced in Agile methodologies and modern product operating models.