Project Manager​/Scrum Master

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Location: Hybrid | Downtown, Toronto

Duration: 8 Months

Our client, a leading financial institution in Downtown Toronto, is looking for a Project Manager / Scrum Master to build/present for Senior Director & VP level presentations. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with one of the Top 5 Banks in Canada.

• Scrum Master – daily standups, bi weekly demo’s/ retros / planning etc.
• PM – scheduling, budgeting & reporting weekly
• Effectively manage overall project deliverables for data ingestion/consumption work streams on medium to large initiatives;
  Includes integration of vendor products and in-house applications; lead initiatives supporting new technologies and channels, new product implementation, new client and advisor systems, implementation of regulatory change and growth and business efficiency
• Develop and manage the detailed schedule, identify early warning indicators, provide direction for early resolution of risks, issues and clear escalation path for program committees.
• Oversee financials and staffing levels to efficiently meet project delivery requirements and tracks value for effective decision-making
• Collaborate with internal and external partners (e.g. Vendors, IT teams, Product)
• Build / present for Senior Director & VP level presentations
• Oversees the development of program/project plans, KPIs and metrics (including status reporting), prioritization calls & project communications.
• Ensure the completion of risk assessments and the identification & execution of contingency plans
• Deliver initiatives using appropriate methods, including Agile and Iterative Waterfall, where agile this includes managing day-2-day scrums and other key agile ceremonies.
• Satisfy multiple stakeholders in a very complex and demanding business and technology environment;
  Deliver business results on high-profile and business-critical assignments

• Experienced PM & SM
• An attitude for success, proactive approach to project management, outstanding verbal and written communication skills with excellent attention to detail, and passion for innovation.
• Experience planning and managing financials across multiple streams in data ingestion / consumption projects with a firm understanding of brokerage concepts and technologies.
• 5+ years Project Management experience; spanning small projects and large programs ($20MM+) with high level of value (benefit/cost), and very high level of complexity / uncertainty, and a track record of successful delivery.
• 3 - 5 years of managing large Data Ingestion / Consumption projects.
• Proven ability to manage high visible programs/projects with third party vendors and significant technology components along with having a strong executive presence and advanced communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Advanced knowledge of change, issue, and risk management and working knowledge of Software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery methodologies/day-2-day ceremonies;
  Agile experience fostering team improvements through standard Agile processes and ceremonies.
• Project/Program Management certifications (e.g. PMP and/or PgMP)

• Data, AI
• Data Migration design, development or Architecture experience.
• Previous experience working in Wealth Management.

• Strong communication
• Team driven

• Undergraduate degree (preferred) - Preferably in Business, Technology or Financial Services.

FP Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. In accordance with the requirements set out in the Employment Standards Act, FP Inc. hereby declares that AI is utilized in the screening process for this position. The hourly compensation range for this role is $60/hr -$75/hr we seek applicants with a wide range of abilities, and we provide an accessible candidate experience.

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