Aderant is seeking a Program Manager.

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.

The Program Manager will play a critical role in leading complex initiatives and ensuring successful delivery in alignment with business objectives. Partnering closely with executives and cross-functional teams, this role will oversee program scope, governance, and success metrics while proactively managing risks and driving resolution of issues. With a strong focus on stakeholder alignment, strategic planning, and cross-team collaboration, this position will suit someone highly organized, adaptable, and skilled at fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications 

• 3–5+ years of program or project management experience. 
• A proven track record of successful project implementation in a software environment, with the ability to lead large, complex, multi-stakeholder programs. 
• Strong understanding of program management methodologies  
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, influence, and build relationships at individual and management levels. 
• Tracking project deliverables using the appropriate CRM and Professional Services Automation tools on a daily basis (e.g., Jira, OpenAir, Salesforce, MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).  
• Ability to both report and track project status while also contributing insights and recommendations to ensure the project outcome is completed. We are seeking not just a project manager, but also a program leader invested in leading the achievement of the desired outcomes. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field (PMP certification preferred). 

Desired Skills 

• Experience working in a global or enterprise software environment with distributed teams. 
• Knowledge of change management practices and organizational transformation. 
• Strong financial and budget management skills. 
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments with competing priorities. 

Program Leadership & Execution 

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives. 
• Define and managed program scope, success metrics, and governance frameworks. 
• Anticipate risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues to ensure program success. 

Stakeholder Management 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, including executives, department leaders, and external partners. 
• Facilitate effective communication across business and technical teams, ensuring transparency and accountability. 
• Align cross-functional priorities and manage stakeholder expectations. 

Strategic Planning & Alignment 

• Partner with leadership to define long-term strategic goals and translate them into actionable tasks. 
• Drive alignment across business units to ensure programs support organizational growth and transformation. 
• Lead program reviews, providing insights, dashboards, and reports on progress, risks, and outcomes. 

Team Leadership & Collaboration 

• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. 
• Promote collaboration across global, cross-functional teams to ensure efficient execution and knowledge sharing. 
• Champion program management best practices, tools, and methodologies.