IT Project Governance Advisor, Tech+Lab Business Office

Intact; Laval; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an IT Project Governance Advisor for their Tech+Lab Business Office in Laval, Quebec. In this mid-senior level role, you will develop governance policies and ensure compliance for technology projects while supporting IT project teams. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree, significant IT project experience, and strong leadership abilities in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Access to virtual healthcare

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual wellness account

Learning and development resources

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in IT project governance.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Technical training in software development or business analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update IT project governance policies and standards.
• Ensure project compliance with regulations.
• Provide advice to project managers regarding governance standards.

Skills

Project Management

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Bilingualism

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or business administration

Tools

Agile methodologies

Waterfall frameworks

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Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About The Role

We are looking for an IT Project Governance Advisor to join our growing team within the Tech+Lab Business Office. Responsible for developing and implementing governance policies and practices for technology projects, the governance advisor ensures the company's regulatory compliance and supports project managers and project teams throughout the lifecycle of their initiatives.

Reporting to the Manager, Transformation Enablement and IT Project Governance, and as a member of a collaborative team, the ideal candidate challenges the status quo, builds strong relationships, and confidently leads initiatives that support the project execution teams in IT.

What You'll Do Here

• Develop and update IT project governance policies, processes, and standards.
• Ensure project compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Monitor project risks and the implementation of mitigation measures.
• Ensure the application of project management best practices.
• Provide advice and support to project managers and project teams regarding governance standards.
• Organize training and workshops to strengthen project governance skills within the organization.
• Propose continuous improvements to optimize governance and project management processes.
• Develop and update templates (project artifacts) used throughout the project lifecycle and transition to operations.
• Build strong interpersonal relationships with peers and other key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the evolution of the Project Management Community of Practice.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or any combination of equivalent training and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT project and/or program governance.
• PMP certification (asset).
• Knowledge and experience of project delivery and application development methodologies (Agile and waterfall frameworks).
• Previous experience in organizational change management and driving enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives.
• Previous experience in providing support and training services to various stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Technical training in software development or business analysis, an asset.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work in a team.
• Innovative and creative person with strong critical thinking.
• Highly motivated, autonomous, and able to work independently.
• Proven facilitation and communication skills.
• Bilingualism (French and English) - Need to interact regularly with colleagues from across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
  
  

What We Offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working Here Means You'll Be Empowered To Be And Do Your Best Every Day. Here Is Some Of What You Can Expect As a Permanent Member Of Our Team

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Insurance

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