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About the Role

The Senior Project Manager will initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects in accordance with Enterprise Change Management and Project Management methodology. This role manages a portfolio of strategic, high-complexity, and long-duration projects, with an initial focus on Infrastructure and Cyber Security projects within the Technology Portfolio PMO.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple material projects of high to strategic risk, length, and complexity throughout the full project life cycle.
• Act as a Trusted Advisor providing leadership oversight and proactive advice on project steering and goal delivery.
• Lead and support multi-functional project teams to help them overcome barriers and perform at their best.
• Lead detailed planning at all levels to understand work, responsibilities, and dependencies for on-time delivery.
• Effectively manage financials/budget and navigate financial processes for funding approval and cost management.
• Engage stakeholders and manage governance forums for timely, transparent, and effective decision-making.
• Facilitate meetings, document minutes, and follow up on risks, action items, issues, and decisions (RAID).
• Complete project evaluations, velocity metrics, and assessment of results against key benefits and performance indicators.
• Advise the PMO in the creation, maintenance, and enhancement of Project Management Methodology / Standards and Practices.

Requirements

• At least 6-10 years’ experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with different priority levels through the entire life cycle.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the regulated financial services or Insurance industry (including internal and external compliance requirements, financial reporting, and service administration).
• Infrastructure and Information Security project delivery and deep understanding is highly desirable.
• High degree of proficiency and experience in Project Management concepts (Waterfall, Iterative, Incremental, and hybrid methodologies).
• People Management/Leadership and coaching/mentorship experience is a major asset.
• Knowledge of SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, MS Office tools, business systems, technology infrastructure, software development, data warehousing, data centres, and related concepts/terminology.
• Exposure to both a large and small corporate culture is preferred.
• Ability to take charge and work independently.
• Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to respond clearly, concisely, and professionally to all project stakeholders, including senior executives.
• Vendor Management experience is a must.
• Proven delivery track record in both business and Technology projects, especially in digital given our challenger bank orientation.
• Effective Risk Management & Issue Resolution and ability to leverage PMO Standards & EQB's risk management resources and tools.
• Candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check.

Skills

• Project Management
• Waterfall
• Iterative
• Incremental
• Hybrid methodologies
• SharePoint
• Jira
• Confluence
• MS Office tools
• Business systems
• Technology infrastructure
• Software development
• Data warehousing
• Data centres
• Time management
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Vendor Management
• Risk Management
• Issue Resolution

Location

• Toronto, ON

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Senior
• 6-10 years’ experience managing multiple projects
• 5 years’ experience in regulated financial services or Insurance industry

Education Level

• Post-secondary education (diploma/degree) preferably in computer science, business, finance, or comparable discipline
• PMP certification is strongly preferred
• Agile, Scrum Master, Business Process Improvement, ITIL or Change Management Certification is a major asset

Benefits

• Competitive discretionary bonus
• Market leading RRSP match program
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Maternity/Parental top-up
• Generous vacation policy and personal days
• Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program

About the Company

• At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day.
• Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
• We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.
• EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™.
• EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.

Equal Opportunity

• EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported.
• We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives.
• We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
• We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment.
• If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
• As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team.