IT Senior Project Manager

Citco GSGS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex IT projects in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and proficiency in Agile methodologies and project management tools like JIRA and Confluence. This role emphasizes leadership, effective communication, and stakeholder management, offering a dynamic work atmosphere with diverse opportunities.

Benefits

Training and education support

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing complex IT projects, focusing on Agile development in financial institutions.
• Project management certifications (PMP, Agile) preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex IT projects in a fast-paced financial institution environment.
• Develop and maintain project management artifacts, including project plans and status reports.
• Establish and oversee Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Project management and organizational skills

Leadership and team management abilities

Communication skills

Agile methodologies proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Sciences, Information Systems or equivalent

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

About Citco

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com

Qualifications

About You

• 5+ years managing complex IT projects, focusing on Agile development in financial institutions.
• Bachelor's in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, or equivalent
• Project management certifications (PMP, Agile) preferred.
• Proficiency in JIRA, Confluence, and other project management tools
• Expertise in IT project management, business analysis, and change management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to lead and motivate colleagues
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Superior communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and related tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

Responsibilities

Your Role

As a Senior Project Manager at Citco, you will be responsible for managing complex IT projects in a fast-paced financial institution environment. Your primary focus will be on ensuring successful delivery of project deliverables within the constraints of schedule, scope, and budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including development, QA, infrastructure, and business units.

Key Responsibilities

• You will develop and maintain comprehensive project management artifacts, including project plans, status reports, risk and issue logs, and software artifacts in JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint.
• Establish and oversee Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate effectively with all levels, from senior management to project team members.
• Conduct regular meetings with project team members to track progress and provide status updates to key stakeholders.
• Liaise with external vendors to ensure optimal project delivery structures.
• Prioritize activities, address risks/issues, and manage resources efficiently across various departments.
• Build a collaborative and productive team environment, driving accountability towards critical milestones and deadlines.
• Anticipate and address potential impediments to team delivery and administer metrics tracking.