Project Coordinator

Apex Systems; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global IT services provider is seeking a Project Coordinator to support project activities and financials. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in Consumer Banking. Responsibilities include supporting project management tasks and performing administrative functions in a hybrid work environment in downtown Toronto.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator.
• Strong business acumen, especially in Consumer Banking.
• Experience in tracking project updates.

Responsibilities

• Support project activities and manage related financials.
• Communicate with senior managers and perform administrative functions.
• Serve as a resource for company policies.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize

Research skills using bank systems

Flexibility to work a varied schedule

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

WebEx

Job description

Project Coordinator

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our consulting practice has an opening for a Project Coordinator (PCO) to support project activities and light financials. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills for a Top Five Bank.

Client: Big 5 Bank

Location: Hybrid Downtown Toronto, Ontario

Terms: 6-month contract to hire

Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Application Process: Apply via the platform you are viewing this on. For technical difficulties, contact Diana Baraky at [e-mail] and reference PCO.

Summary:

This PCO role requires excellent communication and customer service skills, proficient computer skills (especially with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and the ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy environment. The role involves serving as a resource for company policies, communicating with senior managers, and performing confidential administrative functions.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications — Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Self-motivated with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with customers, colleagues, and partners
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Research skills using multiple bank systems
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Effective prioritization of tasks, balancing quality and productivity
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule

Desired Skills:

• 3+ years of experience as a PCO
• Strong business acumen, especially in Consumer Banking and Investments
• Experience building partnerships and influencing management without direct authority
• Comfortable presenting to leadership and capturing meeting minutes
• Experience tracking project updates and sharing status reports
• Experience with financials
• Proficiency with bank systems like SharePoint, Teams, WebEx
• Ability to compile progress reports and ensure project procedures are followed

Soft Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Organizational skills to handle multiple activities under pressure
• Ability to adapt to change and ambiguity
• Proactive learner with a genuine interest in the role