Research Director, IT Financial Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and execute IT Spend and Staffing Benchmarking projects with support from analysts.

• Provide guidance to C-suite clients on IT Financial Management, cost management, and enhancing IT cost-to-value through benchmarking.

• Enhance the benchmarking service by introducing new data visualizations and improved insights.

• Track industry trends and best practices while contributing innovative ideas to refine the benchmarking service.

• Assist Call Advisory, Workshops, and Global Services teams with research and analysis on IT Spend and Staff Benchmarking.

• Offer subject-matter expertise and feedback to the Research Division and collaborating divisions.

• Create, develop, and deliver keynote presentations and other executive communications.

• Contribute to the development of benchmarking methodologies, mapping standards, and delivery toolsets.

• Support initiatives related to automation and data infrastructure.

• Mentor Research Analysts and evaluate benchmark outputs and materials prepared for clients.

• Utilize AI productivity tools in analysis, research, and writing processes, and share effective practices with the broader team.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required; a focus in business or technology is preferred.

• 5 to 10+ years of hands-on experience in IT Cost Benchmarking, IT Financial Management, or Project Management.

• Experience working in project-driven settings.

• Proven presentation and facilitation skills demonstrated through previous client-facing roles.

• Must be eligible to obtain necessary work authorization for cross-border engagements within North America.

• Willingness to work occasional after-hours to support client engagements based in the APAC region.

• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining trusted-advisor relationships with management; strong relationships with C-suite executives preferred.

• Previous experience in leading teams is preferred.

• Professional certifications in Finance and Accounting, Project Management, Business Analysis, or related fields are preferred.

• Active use of AI productivity tools such as Claude or Copilot in analytical, research, or writing tasks is preferred.

• A master's degree (MA, MBA, or MSc) is preferred.

• Familiarity with ERP or financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or Dynamics is preferred.

• Previous involvement in cross-departmental initiatives is preferred.

• Must be eligible to secure the appropriate work Visa for cross-border work within North America and globally.

• Bilingual proficiency in French, Spanish, or German is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility.

• Inclusiveness.

• Opportunities for learning and development.

• Internal career mobility.

• Employee Experience measurement and action based on employee feedback.

• Strong employee relationships.