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Amtrak

The Director Portfolio Management will be responsible for managing project development, identifying ... Experience with capital projects within the railroad operation environment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ...

Amtrak

The Director Portfolio Management will be responsible for managing project development, identifying ... Experience with capital projects within the railroad operation environment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ...

Honeywell

Director Portfolio Management

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$224K - $234K/yr

You will report directly to the Chief Portfolio Officer and work out of the Houston, TX or Atlanta ... Partner with engineering, product management, software, sales, marketing, and operations to develop ...

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How much do director portfolio operations jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for director portfolio operations in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Portfolio Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Portfolio Operations, you need expertise in portfolio management, strategic planning, and financial analysis, often supported by an advanced degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools, financial modeling software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure effective oversight of multiple projects, alignment with organizational goals, and maximized portfolio value.

How does a Director of Portfolio Operations typically collaborate with investment teams and portfolio company leadership?

A Director of Portfolio Operations serves as a crucial bridge between the investment teams and the leadership of portfolio companies. They work closely with investment professionals to identify operational improvement opportunities and then partner with portfolio company executives to implement strategic initiatives. This role often involves facilitating best practice sharing across the portfolio, aligning KPIs, and coordinating cross-functional projects. Effective communication and stakeholder management are key, as the Director must balance the priorities of both investors and company management to drive value creation.

What is the difference between Director Portfolio Operations vs Portfolio Manager?

AspectDirector Portfolio OperationsPortfolio Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, often an MBA, with extensive experience in operations or financeUsually holds a bachelor's degree, with certifications like CFA or CFP often preferred
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple portfolios, manages teams, and develops operational strategiesFocuses on managing specific investment portfolios, analyzing assets, and making investment decisions
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in financial services, asset management, and investment firmsWidely used in asset management, investment firms, and financial institutions

While both roles involve managing investment assets, the Director Portfolio Operations focuses on overseeing operational processes and team management across portfolios, whereas the Portfolio Manager concentrates on selecting and managing individual investments within a portfolio.

What are Director Portfolio Operations?

A Director of Portfolio Operations is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the operational performance and value creation initiatives across a portfolio of companies, often within a private equity or investment firm. They work closely with portfolio company leaders to implement best practices, drive operational improvements, and ensure alignment with the firm’s strategic goals. Their role typically involves analyzing operational metrics, identifying growth opportunities, and supporting management teams to enhance efficiency and profitability. Directors of Portfolio Operations are vital in maximizing returns on investments by ensuring each portfolio company operates at its highest potential.
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Infographic showing various Director Portfolio Operations job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,680 per year, or $51.8 per hour.
Director, Portfolio Management

Director, Portfolio Management

Propeller Health

San Diego, CA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Let's talk about the Role

In your role as Director, Portfolio Management (Diagnostics), you will lead and transform delivery across a global Diagnostics portfolio spanning Consumer and Provider domains. You will operate across geographically distributed teams (Sydney, India, US, Singapore, Dublin), integrating hardware, digital, regulatory, and regional delivery in a highly regulated environment.

You will own system-level delivery performance, making critical decisions on prioritization, sequencing, and trade-offs while translating portfolio strategy into actionable delivery plans. You will represent delivery outcomes in executive forums and ensure alignment to business priorities, driving predictable outcomes at scale.

You will also design and continuously evolve the Diagnostics delivery system, improving performance, operating models, and ways of working across the broader delivery ecosystem. This role requires a strong focus on ownership, enterprise-level decision-making, and building scalable delivery systems.

Let's talk about Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end delivery across the Diagnostics portfolio, with accountability for commitments, timelines, and outcomes

  • Represent delivery performance, risks, and trade-offs at executive forums

  • Drive cross-portfolio prioritization, sequencing, and trade-offs aligned to strategic objectives

  • Translate portfolio strategy into actionable delivery plans while balancing demand, capacity, and regulatory considerations

  • Provide executive-level oversight across complex global delivery environments

  • Identify systemic risks, dependencies, and constraints impacting delivery performance

  • Establish governance and delivery practices that enable speed, predictability, and quality outcomes

  • Own the delivery narrative for Diagnostics through clear, data-driven insights and reporting

  • Define evaluation frameworks to assess end-to-end delivery confidence across technical, regulatory, and operational readiness

  • Drive continuous improvement in operating models, delivery practices, and ways of working across the organization

  • Champion innovation, including AI-enabled workflows, to improve delivery efficiency and effectiveness

  • Partner with Product and Engineering leaders to influence roadmap and investment decisions

  • Lead negotiation and stakeholder alignment to optimize system-level outcomes

  • Lead, mentor, and build capability across a global team of Project and Program Managers

  • Establish and uphold standards for delivery excellence across the PMO and delivery ecosystem

Let's talk about Qualifications and Experience

Required Skills

  • 10+ years of experience in delivery leadership across complex, multi-team engineering or product environments (digital and/or hardware)

  • Proven track record of owning outcomes and delivering at scale in globally distributed environments

  • Strong ability to translate strategy into execution and drive cross-functional alignment

  • Demonstrated experience in prioritization, trade-off management, and decision-making in complex, ambiguous environments

  • Experience improving operating models, delivery practices, and leading transformation initiatives

  • Proven ability to influence senior and executive stakeholders and align competing priorities

  • Strong people leadership experience, including mentoring and developing teams or influencing across organizations

  • Solid understanding of digital and/or hardware product delivery within regulated environments

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working in the medical device or highly regulated industry

  • Experience leading global portfolio delivery across multiple regions

  • Exposure to AI-enabled delivery models or modern delivery optimization practices

Mindset and Behaviors

  • Accountability-driven, with a strong ownership mindset in complex environments

  • Systems thinker, able to manage interdependencies across portfolios and organizational boundaries

  • Strategic leader, able to connect delivery outcomes to long-term business impact

  • Transformational mindset, focused on improving delivery systems and practices at scale

  • Strong executive communicator, able to clearly articulate complex trade-offs, risks, and insights

We areshapingthe future at Resmed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract andretainthe world's best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees receive Flexible Time Off (FTO), 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for14 weeksof primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members.

Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate's geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.

At Resmed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is:$195,000 - $244,000

Joining us is more than saying "yes" to making the world a healthier place. It's discovering a career that's challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.

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