About the Role

Why SoftwareOne? SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future. With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology. At the heart of our business is our people. We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs. Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you’ll find a place to thrive here. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global. Please note that SoftwareOne does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Services Agreement (per our global standard) with the agency/recruiter, SoftwareOne will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. The role - Experienced in managing complex IT projects while maintaining oversight across a broader services portfolio? - Strong in project governance, financial oversight, forecasting and delivery controls? - Comfortable partnering across Services, Finance, Sales and PMO to improve project and portfolio performance? Practical Information: Location: Melbourne, Australia | Salary: AUD $120,000 - $130,000 per annum + superannuation | Reports to: Services Lead, ANZ | Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Language Requirements: Professional level English written and verbal | Learn more: softwareone.com/en-au SoftwareOne Australia is currently seeking an IT Project & Portfolio Manager to support the governance, financial performance and successful delivery of our ANZ Professional Services portfolio. Combining portfolio oversight with hands-on project management, the role provides visibility across project health, forecasting, revenue, margins, resources and delivery risks, while directly managing assigned technology projects through their lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include: - Manage assigned IT projects through their full lifecycle, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, timelines, budgets and quality requirements. - Maintain portfolio governance across project health, forecasting, revenue, margins, resource utilisation, backlog and delivery risks. - Monitor financial and commercial performance, including forecasts, revenue recognition, cost overruns, margins and month-end requirements. - Provide portfolio reporting and facilitate project health reviews, ensuring risks, issues and corrective actions are appropriately managed and escalated. - Partner with customers, Services, Finance, Sales, Delivery Leads and resource teams to support effective project delivery and sales-to-delivery handovers. - Drive consistent project and portfolio processes while supporting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the business. What we need to see from you - Strong project and portfolio management capability within a Professional Services or technology delivery environment. - Strong commercial and financial acumen across project budgets, forecasting, revenue, margins and cost management. - Excellent project planning, execution, risk management and change management skills. - Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills across customers and internal business functions. - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify project, financial and commercial risks and coordinate appropriate actions. - Structured and organised approach with strong business acumen and the ability to manage multiple priorities. About You - You bring 4+ years of project management, portfolio management or delivery experience within a Professional Services environment. - You have proven experience managing large, complex or multi-year IT projects and overseeing multiple projects across a broader portfolio. - You have experience across project governance, financial performance, forecasting, resource management and delivery risk. - You have experience within technology environments, ideally across Microsoft Azure, Digital Workplace, Security or other cloud technologies. - You have knowledge of established project management methodologies and tools, with PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile certification advantageous. - You enjoy balancing hands-on project delivery with broader portfolio responsibilities and working collaboratively across different business functions. Job Function Services Accommodations SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at reasonable.accommodations@softwareone.com. Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR. At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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