Director of Cloud Transformation

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Essential Job Functions

Cloud computing is a key driver of business innovation that will enable attorneys and staff to realize the value of modern technology. This role will serve as the leader responsible for developing the business value associated with cloud transformation and then be accountable for delivering that value through the cloud transformation work to the associated business stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

• Accountable for the development and communication of business value associated with cloud transformation.
• Accountable for the delivery of the stated business value for the applicable cloud transformation work.
• Work with the technology leaders responsible for cloud transformation to define, document, and articulate the business value of cloud transformation.
• Work with the business, Enterprise Architecture, technology leaders, and others to develop a roadmap of cloud transformation work.
• Responsible for understanding the capabilities and business value of the business applications, underlying platform(s) and technologies for the cloud transformation work.
• Travel may be needed from time to time to meet with key stakeholders or to enhance understanding of various business applications, underlying platform(s) and technologies.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education, Work Experience, Skills

• Ten (10) years of experience in product leadership, product management, or services leadership roles especially where business case development or product/service P&L are involved.
• Three (3) years’ experience in strategic planning and delivery, with global experience preference.
• 3-5 years of experience in IT/technology. Experience in cloud implementation and transformation required.
• Significant executive presence, including strong listening, writing, and presentation skills.
• Experience in matrix organization and in managing service providers.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or equivalent experience.

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