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Senior Manager, Project Governance & Planning - Global HR

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: Scotiabank
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-19
Job specializations:
  • Management
  • Business
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Is this role right for you?

In this role you will:
  • Lead a customer-focused culture to deepen relationships and leverage broader bank capabilities
  • Drive adoption of project initiation, prioritization, and business case processes
  • Lead HR Divisional PMO governance function and partner with Enterprise PMO (EPMO)
  • Ensure compliance with project governance gates (prioritization, approvals, PIR, benefits validation)
  • Oversee monthly portfolio reporting to Global HR Steering Committee, highlighting risks and mitigation
  • Collaborate with HR leadership on annual portfolio planning and prioritization
  • Provide financial and governance guidance to project managers and leads
  • Continuously improve portfolio monitoring and reporting using financial data insights
  • Maintain knowledge of Enterprise Delivery Framework updates and tools
  • Manage HR Services OPEX including FTE forecasting and expense approvals
  • Promote effective risk management aligned with the Bank’s risk culture
  • Build and lead a high-performing, inclusive team with a focus on development, succession, and engagement
  • Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

  • 5+ years managing and forecasting department budgets (Capex/Opex)
  • 5+ years in financial analysis and reporting (CPA, CFA considered an asset)
  • 5+ years in project portfolio planning and management (prioritization, capacity planning, cost estimating)
  • Advanced analytical and executive presentation skills (Excel, PowerPoint)
  • 3+ years in program/project governance methodologies
  • Knowledge of project lifecycle (PMP or similar certification is an asset)
  • Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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