Senior Director, Spend Management

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At Epiq , your work contributes to complex, global legal outcomes. You'll join a values‑driven community where integrity guides decisions, relentless service sets the bar, and we thrive on big challenges together. We invest in your growth with enterprise‑wide learning and mobility. We celebrate who you are, and we respect life beyond work with flexibility that's recognized externally. Enabled by modern platforms and AI, you'll do the most meaningful work of your career and see your impact at scale. Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic leader to join our team as Senior Director of Spend Management. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional with deep expertise in financial operations, procurement strategy, and legal spend optimization. The successful candidate will lead initiatives that drive cost efficiency, vendor performance, and financial transparency across the legal and business operations landscape. Primary Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of spend management strategies across legal and business departments. Advise on Outside Counsel management programs, including selection, performance evaluation, and relationship development. Design and implement cost control initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, and spend analytics. Collaborate with legal operations, procurement, and finance teams to align spend strategies with business goals. Manage large-scale projects involving legal spend assessments, benchmarking, and internal and external resource optimization. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers. Ensure high-quality consulting, advisory, and project management services related to spend management. Contribute to the evolution of service offerings and methodologies in the spend management domain. Utilize legal technology such as enterprise legal management (ELM) systems and modern AI tooling to enhance spend visibility and control. Key Competencies Skilled in developing compelling presentations and reports for executive audiences. Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering measurable results. Ability to synthesize financial data and legal spend trends to drive actionable insights. Ability to lead workshops, working sessions, and other qualitative information gathering methods Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Comfortable with the uncomfortable; able to shape undefined client needs into a compelling story. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation. Desired Skills & Experience 10+ years of experience in spend management, procurement, or financial operations, preferably within legal or professional services. Experience with legal operations and ELM platforms (e.g., CounselLink, Legal Tracker, Onit, TeamConnect, Passport) strongly preferred. Big 4 Consulting or equivalent experience is a plus. Exceptional analytical, writing, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or JD is a plus The Compensation range for this role is 175,000.00 to 225,000.00 USD annually and may be eligible for an annual bonus. #LI-REMOTE #LI-MC1 "In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire". "Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer". Your specific salary will be determined based on several factors: Location-based market rate for the role Your abilities in relation to the job specification Performance during screening and interview Pay parity with the wider team in the considered location Further details about the package will be provided during the initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition Team. Click here to learn about Epiq's Benefits. Epiq Leadership Compass Enterprise Decision Making Applies deep business and financial insight to guide strategic decisions, resource allocation, and thought leadership. Use financial and market expertise for long-term direction Build strategic partnerships Promote a customer-first mindset Allocate global resources for innovation and growth Cultivates a Growth Mindset Fosters innovation through curiosity, smart risk-taking, and adaptability-aligning change with strategy for lasting impact. Promote curiosity and forward-thinking Build a culture of innovation through partnerships Drive innovation to meet client needs Lead innovation with a clear vision Align innovation with market trends Builds Talented Teams Builds and develops inclusive, high-performing teams aligned to strategic goals for exceptional talent and business results. Focus on employee engagement Build a strong talent pipeline Fosters Relationsh