<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Portfolio Manager. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing portfolio management strategies, establishing compliance frameworks, and producing strategic reporting analytics. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and enhance portfolio management strategies, including project selection, prioritization, compliance, risk management, and resource allocation.</li><li>Align portfolio projects and programs with organizational strategic goals to maximize value delivery.</li><li>Partner with project and program managers to ensure individual initiatives align with overall portfolio objectives.</li><li>Continuously evaluate portfolio performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and impact.</li><li>Oversee resource distribution across projects to optimize performance and mitigate constraints.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with executive leadership, project sponsors, and business unit leaders.</li><li>Establish and enforce compliance frameworks and guidelines for IT portfolio management.</li><li>Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal governance policies.</li><li>Conduct audits and assessments to verify portfolio-wide compliance with security, regulatory, and governance standards.</li><li>Stay informed of regulatory changes and industry trends, updating portfolio management practices accordingly.</li><li>Provide strategic reporting, analytics, and financial insights to support portfolio decision-making.</li><li>Monitor and report on portfolio performance, including project outcomes and value realization.</li><li>Develop performance metrics and dashboards to track portfolio success and impact.</li><li>Prepare detailed reports on portfolio status, budget, risks, and overall performance.</li><li>Manage portfolio budgets by developing, monitoring, and controlling financial plans.</li><li>Present key insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>We are seeking an experienced </em><strong><em>Director of Finance</em></strong><em> to lead financial strategy and operations at our New York office. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving revenue planning, budgeting, and financial forecasting while implementing modern tools and streamlining processes. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and a global finance team to shape and execute the financial vision of the firm.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead budgeting, revenue planning, and forecasting to align with business goals.</li><li>Develop and execute multi-year strategic financial plans.</li><li>Drive improvements in financial reporting to deliver clear, actionable insights.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and tech-driven solutions—including AI tools—to boost efficiency.</li><li>Partner with global counterparts to ensure cohesive financial strategy across regions.</li><li>Use Power BI and other analytics tools to support business transformation.</li><li>Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team across locations.</li><li>Oversee cash flow management to ensure financial health and operational resilience.</li><li>Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on financial planning and execution.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven leadership experience in a senior finance role, ideally within a professional services environment.</li><li>Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.</li><li>Hands-on experience with financial systems and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI).</li><li>Track record of implementing process improvements and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across all levels.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus).</li></ul><p><strong>Work Environment:</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid model: 3 days/week in-office in Manhattan.</li><li>Fast-paced, collaborative, and results-oriented culture.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is in the process of hiring an Insurance Director for a client of ours in the maritime shipping industry. In this position, you will oversee all insurance related matters for a global fleet of container vessels. The primary duties of this position include: </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Insurance Placement and Management Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Spearheads the development of annual budget projections for both Marine and Non-Marine Insurance policies, ensuring alignment with corporate standards.</li><li>Collaborates across departments — including Legal, Human Resources, Technical, Finance, and Commercial teams — to manage and plan insurance policy renewals and updates.</li><li>Reviews reconciled loss records related to Hull & Machinery (H& M) and Protection & Indemnity (P& I) insurance in preparation for renewal discussions.</li><li>Manages the renewal process for H& M and P& I policies, coordinating senior management presentations with brokers/underwriters, and overseeing negotiations through to policy binding.</li><li>Coordinates data preparation and negotiations for renewing various non-marine insurance policies.</li><li>Presents renewal quotes to the Head of Ship Operations (HSO), secures necessary authorizations, and finalizes policy agreements via brokers.</li><li>Ensures policy documentation and invoicing adhere to quoted terms, prepares renewal memos for each policy, and coordinates payment processing with the accounts team.</li><li>Negotiates client service agreements with brokers, presenting recommendations for approval to the HSO.</li></ul><p><strong>Claims and Administrative Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Works alongside Finance and Legal teams to review insurance clauses in loan agreements and provides required documentation for timely deal closings.</li><li>Maintains and updates the War Risk Breach Calculator provided by brokers, ensuring commercial operators remain compliant.</li><li>Assists in the preparation of technical insurance work instructions, ensuring alignment and collaboration with the HSO.</li><li>Manages and oversees significant Hull & Machinery, P& I, and Freight Demurrage & Defense (FD& D) claims to ensure effective resolution and settlement.</li><li>Monitors claim-handling performance, supervising the Claims Manager to ensure efficient operations.</li><li>Cooperates with Marine Managers on daily administration of crew and cargo-related claims on behalf of owners.</li><li>Reviews and analyzes claims incidents, providing monthly insights to the Finance Director and Claims Manager, along with strategic recommendations to HSO for minimizing negative impacts.</li></ul><p><strong>Incident Response and Advisory</strong></p><ul><li>Offers specialized guidance in handling major incidents, such as oil spills, vessel groundings, fires, and collisions.</li><li>Acts as a key liaison between the company’s response teams and insurance providers.</li><li>Develops communication protocols and tracks costs for claim purposes.</li><li>Engages adjusters as necessary while supervising claims processes through to resolution.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
