Tax and Law Transformation Project Lead

Transformation (Project) Manager, Tax & Law Ireland

Role:

The Transformation (Project) Manager for Tax & Law Ireland will be responsible for leading and managing a range of transformation initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and technological capabilities of our Tax & Law. This role involves working closely with service line leaders, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The Project Manager will be instrumental in driving change, optimising processes, and implementing technology solutions that align with our strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and implementation of transformation projects within the Tax & Law service line.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communication documents.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Plan, schedule, and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendations reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.

Requirements - Must Have:

• Proven project management experience in a professional services environment, preferably within the Tax & Law sector.
• Understanding of the Tax & Law business and its regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated experience in leading technology implementation projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar.
• Familiarity with the latest technology trends relevant to the Tax & Law industry, such as AI, blockchain, or data analytics.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• A background in Tax & Law, either through education or professional experience.

Skills and Expertise:

• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage shifting priorities and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on results.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field; a master's degree or professional qualification would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of change management principles and experience in driving change within an organization.
• Experience with financial modelling and budget management.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate future challenges