Job Specifications
AI Portfolio Manager
This role is remote but the candidate should be local to Raleigh, NC to be able to go on-site a few times per month*
Our client is seeking a Portfolio/Program Manager to support the evaluation and management of 100+ AI use cases through a structured governance process. This is a process-heavy role requiring someone who can navigate multiple stakeholder groups, manage workflows through a 12-step approval process, and keep initiatives moving forward.
Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $80-90/hr. W2
Key Responsibilities:
Manage intake and evaluation of AI use cases through defined workflow process
Coordinate with business stakeholders to understand use case requirements and value proposition
Work with 12+ risk partners (compliance, security, legal, etc.) to shepherd use cases through approval process
Document use case details, requirements, and risk assessments
Track status of 6-7 concurrent use cases through the approval pipeline
Facilitate meetings and communications between technical teams, business owners, and risk partners
Maintain documentation and status reporting
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
7+ years experience in IT, business analysis, or program/portfolio management
Experience working in regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, government)
Demonstrated ability to work with risk, compliance, or governance functions
Strong stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Proven ability to manage processes with multiple approval gates and dependencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with project tracking and documentation tools
Strongly Preferred
Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and terminology (GenAI, LLMs, RAG, etc.)
Experience with AI governance, responsible AI, or technology risk management
Familiarity with vendor evaluation or technology procurement processes
Background in financial services
You will succeed in this role if you are:
Comfortable being a "process person" who ensures things don't fall through the cracks
Able to translate between technical and business stakeholders
Persistent in following up and moving things forward
Comfortable with ambiguity and working in a newly formed organization
Self-directed and able to work semi-independently under leadership guidance
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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Job ID: JN -112025-104320
About the Company
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting firm delivering business, clinical, and technology services that help clients innovate and achieve meaningful outcomes. With over 30 years of experience and an industry-leading Net Promoter Score, we are committed to positively impacting our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
Our services are delivered through three core pillars:
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