- Location
- Aderant - Headquarters, United States of America
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Management
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
Aderant is a global industry leading software company providing comprehensive business management solutions for law firms and other professional services organizations with a mission to help them run a better business. We are motivated by a collective desire to drive the legal industry to the forefront of innovation. With over 2,500 clients around the world, including 95 of the top AmLaw 100 firms, we are changing the outside perception of the legal sphere; where there was once resistance to modernization, we are creating a culture that embraces new ideas and technology.
At Aderant, the “A” is more than just a letter. It is a representation of how we fulfill our foundational purpose, serving our clients. It embodies our core values and reminds us that to achieve success, every day must start with the “A”. We bring the “A” to life by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We encourage our diverse teams to bring their whole selves to work – ideas, experience, and passion – to drive our mission forward.
Our people are our strength.
Job Title: Project Manager – Business Operations (IT|Business Systems|Security)
Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Project Manager to join our Business Operations team. This role will be responsible for leading and delivering cross-functional projects and programs across Business Systems, IT, and Security. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management expertise, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive initiatives from planning through execution.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end project and program management for initiatives across Business Systems, IT, and Security
Define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables aligned with business objectives
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets
Coordinate cross-functional teams including Business Operations, IT, Security, CloudOps, Finance, HR and external vendors depending on the project scope.
Identify risks, dependencies, and issues; implement and communicate mitigation strategies proactively
Ensure projects adhere to governance, compliance, and security standards
Track and report on project progress, KPIs, and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership
Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and ELT communications
Drive process improvements and standardization across project management practices
Manage change control processes and ensure smooth adoption of new systems and tools
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field
3+ years of experience in project or program management
Proven experience managing technical projects involving IT systems, business applications, and security initiatives
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
PMP, Certified Scrum / Agile, or equivalent certification preferred
Skills & Competencies
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Solid understanding of business systems (e.g., CRM, ERP), IT infrastructure, and security frameworks
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Smartsheet)
Familiarity with AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude) to enhance productivity, automate workflows, generate insights, and support decision-making
Ability to identify opportunities to leverage AI/LLM solutions within business processes and project delivery
Preferred Experience
Experience working in Technical Business Operations or Enterprise Systems teams
Exposure to security and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2)
Experience managing enterprise-wide system implementations or transformations
Success Metrics
On-time, on-budget delivery of projects
Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement
Effective risk management and issue resolution
Adoption and impact of delivered solutions