Company Description
About Adtalem Global Education Adtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world.
Adtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University.
We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
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Job Description
Opportunity at a Glance
The Director, Digital Business Relationship Partner (Corporate Functions) serves as a strategic partner and liaison between the Center of Digital Excellence (CDX) functions—including IT, Data, and Advanced Analytics—and our Corporate Functions (including Finance, HR, Legal, Supplier Management and Corp Comms). This Digital and Technology leader collaborates closely with business leadership to understand needs, support strategic planning, and ensure the successful execution of aligned digital initiatives. The Director plays a key role in translating business priorities into actionable technology and analytics solutions while ensuring operational alignment and value delivery. We are looking for candidates who have or are in a senior Technology or Digital role where you are accountable for the technology strategy for Corporate Functions incl Finance and HR as well as the overall accountable leader for Technology projects, investments and operations. Experience with Finance, Legal and HR projects and applications including ERP is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Acts as the primary connection between CDX functions (Technology, Data, Advanced Analytics) and designated business segments or functions, fostering clear communication and partnership
- Develops collaborative relationships with business leaders to understand strategic goals and operational drivers
- Supports the development and refinement of digital strategies and multi-year roadmaps to enable business performance and growth
- Translates digital strategies into actionable initiatives and projects in collaboration with CDX delivery teams
- Partners with the business and CDX teams to evaluate digital investments, support prioritization, and assess ROI
- Coordinates project sequencing and delivery, aligning CDX capabilities with business expectations and timelines
- Participates in the management of the digital initiative portfolio, including progress tracking, risk mitigation, and issue resolution
- Works with stakeholders to define success metrics, track value realization, and conduct post-implementation reviews
- Contributes insights on digital trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies relevant to the business
- Collaborates with CDX operational teams to ensure stability and performance of digital systems and tools
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Master's Degree Preferred
- 8+ years of progressive IT or digital experience with a focus on strategy, relationship management, or portfolio planning required.
- Experience in higher education or relevant industry sector Preferred
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities
- Strategic and analytical thinking with a focus on business value
- Effective communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to bridge business goals with technology solutions
- Familiarity with digital tools and analytics platforms (e.g., CRM, web, mobile, PowerBI, Snowflake)
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence in a matrixed environment
Additional Information
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $100,172.00 and $181,034.75. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
- Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
- 12 Paid Holidays
For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.
You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation