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Job Title AI and Data Portfolio Lead Job Description Summary The AI and Data Portfolio Lead is part of the global TDS PMO organization and reports into the Head of the Technology PMO. The AI and data portfolio lead will be responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of AI and data solutions across our organization. You will work closely with other senior leaders to define the vision, strategy, governance and roadmap for AI and data initiatives. This role is also responsible for managing and mentoring a team of project professionals to deliver the technology programs and projects. This is a player-coach role, and therefore the Portfolio Lead may also manage specific major projects as assigned. Job Description Candidate Background The ideal candidate will have experience in setting up and leading a data-driven organization or transforming an existing organization into a data-driven one. A critical success factor for this role is the ability to strategically align data and AI projects with Cushman & Wakefield's long-term goals. This includes a keen understanding of emerging technologies and market trends, the capacity to prioritize initiatives based on value generation and risk assessment, and the skill to foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to drive innovation and efficiency. Effective communication and stakeholder management are also essential to ensure that the portfolio advances the organization's objectives and delivers tangible benefits. The Portfolio Lead will have significant experience with proven ability of operating effectively in a global organization, managing complex programs, and a background of managing effectively within a structured portfolio environment. Experience building and continually improving portfolio governance processes and tools is a plus. The right candidate will have exceptional executive communication skills, proven experience identifying interdependencies and potential collisions across a broad program landscape, and keeping teams continually focused on delivery against a defined scope. Job Description (summary of the role purpose): Portfolio governance and management: The portfolio lead ensures that all projects follow the appropriate governance, methodologies, processes, and standards. They also plan, schedule, and manage the resources and dependencies for the portfolio. Reporting and analytics: The portfolio lead provides regular reports on the portfolio, program, and project status, resource demand, and financials. They use the standards set by the C&W enterprise PMO. Collaboration and partnership: The portfolio lead collaborates with change management, communications, and cross-functional teams to implement solutions. They also partner with key stakeholders and leaders across the business and within TDS to deliver strategic outcomes. They manage relationships and negotiate where applicable. Risk and issue management: The portfolio lead is responsible for ensuring that operational risks and issues are considered and reported during the design, development, and implementation of projects. They also identify and mitigate common or significant risks impacting the portfolio. Quality Management: Ensure the quality, reliability, and scalability of AI and data solutions, as well as compliance with data privacy, security, and ethical standards are signed off/adhered to. Mentoring and coaching: The portfolio lead is responsible for mentoring more junior members of the team, providing guidance and direction to ensure the team's success. Governance and decision making: The portfolio lead sets up and participates in governance boards, steering committees, and roadmap discussions to guide decision making on project sequencing, dependencies, and conflicts. They also provide oversight on feasibility studies, systems roadmaps, and business cases.Develop best practices to accelerate A