Lead Project Manager, Intellectual Property

Clarivate

Lead portfolio governance, resource planning, PMO tooling, and strategic delivery for Clarivate’s intellectual property intelligence solutions. Partnering with global product, operations, regional leadership, clients, and implementation teams.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeAlexandria • Missouri, Montana, Pennsylvania, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project and program management, utilizing enterprise project management tools to drive performance and deliver actionable insights. Proven ability to lead cross-organizational initiatives and implement standardized project management methodologies globally.

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Project/Program ManagementEnterprise Project Management ToolsPMP CertificationCollaborative LeadershipData-Driven Decision Making

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Hard Skills

Portfolio GovernanceCapacity PlanningData Collection ProceduresKPI MonitoringProcess ImprovementProject Management MethodologiesResource PrioritizationPerformance ReportingOperational Metrics TranslationBottleneck Identification

Soft Skills

Collaborative LeadershipCross-Organizational CommunicationConflict ResolutionStakeholder EngagementTeam Alignment

Tools & Technologies

Project InsightsJiraPower BIClarivate Intellectual Property Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPMOCPPRINCE2APM/IPMA

Industry Keywords

Intellectual PropertyProfessional ServicesSoftware ImplementationCustomer SuccessGovernance Models

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and operate a federated portfolio governance model focused on standards and enablement
Enable portfolio-level visibility into performance, risks, dependencies, and outcomes
Facilitate resource sharing and capacity planning across regions
Address capacity gaps and demand fluctuations with regional leaders
Resolve resource prioritization conflicts as an escalation point
Own selection and optimization of PMO tools and reporting platforms
Standardize data collection procedures for accurate and consistent reporting
Deliver executive-level dashboards and reports on portfolio health, KPIs, and delivery performance
Translate operational metrics into actionable insights for leadership decision-making
Enable adoption of standard project management processes, tools, and governance models globally
Co-design and contextualize project management methodologies and best practices with regional Project Managers
Ensure standard implementation methods are understood by regional delivery partners and contractors
Capture partner lessons learned and recommendations
Identify delivery methodology bottlenecks, waste, and variation
Monitor and report KPIs to enable data-driven process changes
Implement continuous process improvements across the global project portfolio
Lead project/program management for strategic initiatives supporting business objectives and organizational growth
Partner with clients, implementation partners, and internal stakeholders to define strategy, align priorities, and drive delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of combined experience in project/program management, professional services, software implementation, customer success, or customer support roles
3+ years of experience with enterprise project management tools, including Project Insights, Jira, and Power BI
Professional certification such as PMP, PMOCP, PRINCE2, or APM/IPMA
Intellectual Property experience would be beneficial
Experience with Clarivate Intellectual Property software products would be beneficial
Collaborative leadership style and passion for driving alignment, clarity, and positive outcomes across teams
Proven ability to operate in a cross-organizational role
Ability to work 2–3 days per week in a Clarivate office in EST or CST
Availability to travel 1–2 times a year for team collaboration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Potential travel for team collaboration 1–2 times a year
Equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination protections