IT Business Services Lead (US Remote)

Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewOur IT organization has a critical role in driving extraordinary business results. Through a strong partnership with other areas of our business, we bring innovative thinking to every conversation and deliver with integrity. We’re looking for people who bring great ideas and who make our partners’ ideas better. Intellectually curious advisors (not order takers) who focus on outcomes to creatively solve business problems. People who not only embrace change, but who accelerate it.
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to join our IT organization focusing on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Optimization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of IT optimization projects resulting from mergers and acquisitions. This role requires a strong understanding of a wide variety of IT systems, excellent project management skills, tremendous collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT Optimization projects from inception to completion, ensuring that all objectives are met within the stipulated time and budget constraints.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, legal, and business unit stakeholders, to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and risk management strategies.

• Monitor and report on project progress to senior management and other stakeholders, providing regular updates on milestones, deliverables, and potential issues.

• Facilitate the integration of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure from acquired companies into Motorola Solutions' IT ecosystem.

• Drive the optimization of IT operations post-M&A to achieve efficiencies, cost savings, and enhanced performance.

• Ensure that all IT Optimization activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Manage vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts and overseeing the performance of third-party service providers.

• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and best practices for future M&A activities.

Required Skills:

• Proven track record of managing complex IT projects with multiple stakeholders in a corporate environment.

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, and system integration.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate teams.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient with project management tools and software.

• Willingness to travel as required.

Soft Skills:

• Ability to understand customer needs and provide thought leadership to influence decision makers.

• Self-motivated, work independently or as a team, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Highly organized and thorough, with an ability to facilitate communication and scheduling among different levels of staff.

• Ability to perform under pressure, handling interruptions and changes without losing productivity and plan assignments and monitor performance according to priorities as demonstrated by regularly meeting established deadlines.

• Ability to provide consistent follow through with the Team Manager and IT Project manager on issues/concerns to ensure appropriate visibility and escalation where needed.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with others in a consistently positive manner, exercising discretion and tact.

We will be accepting applications between 1/23/25 date and 3/23/25 date.

Target Base Salary Range: $86,500 USD - $173,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Note: Candidate can reside anywhere in the US.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor degree with 5+ years of professional experience

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanNo

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].