Robertson & Company Ltd.
Project Manager
Robertson & Company Ltd.Canada1 day ago
ContractRemote FriendlyProject Management
Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private client, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking. 
 
Introduction: Robertson is seeking a skilled Project manager to join our clientin support of an existingvacancy.

Contract Period: 6 months with potential to extend
Pay Rate: Starting from $88 per hour
Location: Toronto, ON
Location Type: Hybrid
Business Hours: Monday-Friday;Core Business Hours

Job Responsibilities:
  • Provides guidance to the project sponsor on the implementation and sustainment of projects, resulting in successful project outcomes
  • Manages all aspects of the project lifecycle, including business, operational and technology deliverables
  • Ensures all project processes are completed
  • Ensures change management plans are developed, socialized and consistently measured to deliver the expected project benefits and adoption
  • Executes project requirements in governance frameworks focused on risk appetite, regulatory and compliance standards
  • Develops all related project management artifacts, while complying with applicable enterprise standards
  • Monitors and controls project deliverables
  • Makes recommendations and adjustments to the overall project plan to achieve deliverables
  • Provides project sponsor with advice on the viability of the business case (costs, benefits, KPIs, etc.) throughout the project
  • Understands project interdependencies and demonstrates critical thinking that proactively identifies project risks and establishes effective risk mitigation from the outset
  • Demonstrates stakeholder partnership that involves effective communicating with the project sponsor
  • Gains and builds trust and rapport
  • Demonstrates ownership and commitment by holding themselves accountable for the identification and resolution of project problems
  • Leads and/or represents the project in project team meetings, governance forums and inter-department forums
  • Adheres to Bank risk, regulatory and compliance controls
  • Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group
  • Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives
  • Assists in the development of strategic plans
  • Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making
  • Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor
  • May network with industry contacts to gain competitive insights and best practices
  • Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy
  • Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues
  • Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders
  • Manages/validates financial forecasts and conducts ongoing reconciliation
  • Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations
  • Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues
  • Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards
  • Socializes change management plans with stakeholders and consistently measures project effectiveness and adoption
  • Directs projects often within one business group involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
  • Exercises direct accountability for projects with up to 25 team members
  • Negotiates contracts with external vendors (in consultation with Strategic Sourcing) to ensure receipt of specific resources and materials
  • Manages overall project budget
  • Directs complex initiatives typically involving multiple business units
  • Exercises direct accountability for projects with up to 50 team members
  • Negotiates complex contracts with external vendors (in consultation with Strategic Sourcing) to ensure receipt of specific resources and materials
  • Takes ownership of the project from cradle to grave and ensures all project artifacts are completed
Experience & Qualification Requirement:
  • 6-8 Years of Project management experience
  • Valid PMP designation from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is an asset
  • Entrepreneurial, Judgement skills, Learning agility & Stakeholder management Expert
  • Able to navigates challenging situations effectively
  • Able to apply project management methodologies or approaches
  • Able to manage project and business risks, including project interdependencies
  • Able to resolve project issues effectively
  • Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge
  • Verbal & written communication skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Influence skills
  • Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration
  • Able to manage ambiguity
  • Data driven decision making
Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.

How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply. 
 
Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment. 

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