Director Projects and Solutions

iA Financial Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Director, Projects and Business Solutions in Canada. You will lead the project portfolio, advise senior leadership, and promote change management strategies. A bachelor's degree along with 7-10 years of relevant experience is required. Fluency in English and the ability to travel for the role are essential. Join us to make a substantial impact in financial services with a supportive team.

Benefits

Dynamic team environment

Opportunities for growth

Impactful work

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in project management, product ownership, or leadership roles in financial services.
• Fluency in English; French is an asset.
• Ability to travel across Canada 15%-20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the project portfolio.
• Advise senior leadership on project priorities.
• Collaborate on lean business cases.
• Champion change management strategies.
• Monitor benefits realization and lead reviews.

Skills

Project management

Agile product development

Change management

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management or business

Job description

About the Role

As Director, Projects and Business Solutions, you will lead the team responsible for the execution of our project portfolio within iA Dealer Services. You’ll be the central point of alignment between business priorities, IT delivery, and enterprise objectives—ensuring that every initiative delivers measurable value.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage the project portfolio, advising senior leadership on priorities aligned with strategic goals.
• Collaborate on lean business cases and define business objectives and benefits.
• Provide visibility into resource allocation and capacity, managing conflicts and advising on trade-offs.
• Report on project progress and recommend adjustments to optimize outcomes.
• Represent Dealer Services in program boards and PI planning, ensuring business objectives are met.
• Champion change management and risk mitigation strategies across all initiatives.
• Establish tools to monitor benefits realization and lead post-mortem reviews.
• Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of product owners and business analysts.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

What You Bring

• A systemic and strategic mindset with strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in Agile product development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and change management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., project management, business).
• 7–10 years of experience in project management, product ownership, or leadership roles in financial services.
• Experience in the Dealer industry (an asset).
• Fluency in English; French is an asset.
• Ability to travel across Canada 15%-20% of the time

Why Join Us?

At iA Dealer Services, you’ll be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of financial services. You’ll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Location(s) Vancouver, British Columbia

Other Possible Location(s) Toronto, Ontario

Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date 2025-09-30

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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