PMO Analyst – Strategic Initiatives

BeachHead; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A top financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a PMO Analyst – Strategic Initiatives. This role involves developing project plans, managing client expectations, and delivering on project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in program management, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools. Opportunities for learning and growth are abundant in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar program management role.
• Advanced proficiency with all MS Office applications.
• Ability to develop and manage project plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated baseline project plans for stakeholders.
• Manage client expectations and track operational risks.
• Conduct project closure initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Visio

Job description

Working with one of the top financial clients, this role calls for a PMO Analyst – Strategic Initiatives who will be responsible for using best practice PMO methodology to create a project plan to fit the stakeholders’ / sponsors’ needs and deliver on the desired outcome. This role allows the candidate(s) to work in an established institution and with multiple groups within the client, which will allow candidates to build effective skills and confidence. The individual is exposed to other lines of business, offering numerous opportunities for learning, growth, and development. The candidate will always be challenged and is set up for success, where there is an opportunity to build resilience and enhance communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them
• Recommend best solutions based on an understanding of business issues
• Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts, and assist in assessing risk-based provisions
• Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis
• Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk
• Manage client expectations, anticipate operational and tactical risks and track them
• Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to the immediate manager where required
• Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction surveys and closure analysis. Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects

Desired Skill Set:

• 5+ years in a similar program management role
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop project plans, manage individual deadlines and goals
• Knowledge of project metrics, including gathering, reporting, trend analysis, creation, and metrics
• Ability to identify issues and problems, generate solutions and choose appropriate alternatives using basic root cause analysis
• Advanced proficiency with all MS Office applications, MS Project and/or Visio
• Highly organized with good time management skills
• Customer service orientation and strong interpersonal skills
• Analytical thinker with creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to liaise with stakeholders of various seniority.

Nice To Have:

• PMP certification
• Previous work in tech projects

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