Project lead/Coordinator

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Project lead/Coordinator to drive strategic initiatives from initiation to closure. The role focuses on business case development, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement within an Agile framework.

The ideal candidate brings 8–10 years of PM experience, advanced financial acumen, and proven ability to influence senior stakeholders across functions. Located in Toronto, this role aligns with Scotiabank's commitment to an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive project management experience, including strategic planning and financial oversight.
• Experience leading complex projects with significant business impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive business cases with ROI projections.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and financial reporting.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Apply Agile principles to manage scope, timelines and deliverables.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Agile

Financial analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Risk management

Decision making

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Confluence

Job description

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Title: Project lead/Coordinator

Requisition ID: 267763

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Project Manager Level 7 is responsible for leading strategic initiatives with a strong focus on business case development, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with Agile methodologies and organizational goals.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Lead end-to-end project delivery, from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive business cases, including financial analysis and ROI projections
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting, ensuring cost control and transparency
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and decision-making
• Apply Agile principles to manage project scope, timelines, and deliverables, promoting continuous improvement and team collaboration
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and contribute to strategic planning efforts

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in project management, including strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement Knowledge of HR transactions
• Demonstrated success in leading complex projects with significant business impact Strong experience in business case development and budget ownership Proven teamwork Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across functions.
• Experience applying Agile methodologies in large-scale environments
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Advanced financial and analytical capabilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence).
• Ability to manage ambiguity and drive results in a dynamic environment.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

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