Senior Banking Project Manager - Data Transformation and/or large banking project experience 102070-1

Senior Banking Project Manager

8 months

2 days - on site

Office Location 81 Bay Street, 30th floor

Project Manager role supporting a governance-focused initiative. Data experience is a strong asset, along with governance and risk expertise and an understanding of both risk and technology as they relate to data. Transformation and/or large banking project experience is preferred, particularly candidates who can quickly stabilize and remediate underperforming projects and demonstrate strong leadership.

As a Project Manager, you will be a seasoned expert responsible for guiding stakeholders in the delivery of highly complex projects from end to end including initiation, requirement gathering, design, construction, testing, implementation and closure. The role works with minimal direction on complex projects, providing expert level knowledge of project management principles, standards, and business consulting through considerable project delivery experience. The Senior Project Manager uses significant latitude to manage Chief Security Office focused projects, conduct status reviews, provide business guidance, identify any deviations to the project plan, and recommend corrective action to mitigate potential issues. The role analyzes situations and data to prepare and deliver executive level presentations to keep management informed of project status, changes, and milestone achievements.

o Project Management - Outline project goals, terms of reference, resource requirements, and costs. Build project plans and manage schedule performance. Create a resource plan that ensures all stakeholders have a voice on the project. Assess the efficiency of the practices and procedures used by a team, and provide guidance that will continuously improve the project plan.

o Collaboration - Represent business and collaborate with technology subject matter experts to ensure delivery of specific work packages. Help internal partners make informed decisions about the development of programs, products, and services. Coach and mentor your teams as you work toward a common goal. Negotiate deliverables and milestones whenever necessary.

o Project Coordination - Proactively identify risks to the project schedule and find ways to mitigate them. Monitor milestones; ensure they’re completed according to timelines and budgets. Execute a project plan that strikes the right balance between budget, time, and risk. Ensure strict compliance with Enterprise Project Delivery Framework.

o Communication and Persuasion - Share ideas, build consensus, and write with impact. Chair meetings and able to communicate to executive audience.

o Relationship Management - Develop trusted working relationships with business stakeholders and technology partners.

Key Responsibilities • Lead Chief Security Office and governance initiatives

• Manage project plans, schedules and risks

• Conduct executive-level status reporting

• Identify deviations and recommend corrective actions

• Ensure adherence to the Enterprise Project Delivery Framework

Must‑Have Requirements

Experience delivering transformation projects

• Previous experience within a financial institution

.• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.

• PMI or PMP certification preferred.

• 5-7years experience required

Nice‑to‑Have

• PMP or formal project management certification

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office and project applications