Governance & Change Project Manager (1-Year Contract)

Sun Life Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto seeks a Project Manager for a one-year contract to oversee key initiatives within the Business Governance & Controls team. This role requires 3+ years of project management experience, including leadership of large-scale projects, and strong stakeholder management skills. You will coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely delivery against scope and objectives. A Bachelor’s degree and project management certification are preferred. Opportunities for hybrid work available.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience leading organizational change initiatives.
• Experience managing complex multi-stakeholder projects in regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge in project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, execution, and completion.
• Coordinate activities across business units to ensure delivery.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.

Skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance or related field

Tools

Waterfall methodologies

Agile methodologies

Project management certifications (PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP, PRINCE2)

Job description

A leading financial services firm in Toronto seeks a Project Manager for a one-year contract to oversee key initiatives within the Business Governance & Controls team. This role requires 3+ years of project management experience, including leadership of large-scale projects, and strong stakeholder management skills. You will coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely delivery against scope and objectives. A Bachelor’s degree and project management certification are preferred. Opportunities for hybrid work available.