Project Manager, Compliance PMO

Sun Life; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 78,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Project Manager for the Compliance PMO team. This role involves overseeing projects aligned with the Global Compliance vision, driving communication across teams, and ensuring successful project execution. Candidates should possess significant project management experience and relevant certifications, with a focus on compliance and technology initiatives.

Benefits

20 vacation days per year

Flexible Benefits

Access to Global Learning Centre

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of work experience in managing complex projects.
• Experience in regulatory compliance, technology initiatives in financial institutions.
• Strong communication skills with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance and technology projects from initiation to closure.
• Create and maintain PMO tools and report project outcomes.
• Engage with cross-functional teams for effective project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Communication

Vendor Management

Risk Management

Education

Post-secondary Education

PMI-PMP Certification

PMI-ACP Certification

CSM Certification

Tools

JIRA

MS Project

Microsoft Copilot

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You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

About the role:

The Compliance Project Management Office (PMO) team in Global Compliance is responsible for supporting strategy development, business planning, performance metrics and lead the management of material compliance projects - a priority given the evolution and profile of the Compliance function.

The Project Manager, Compliance PMO, Global Compliance position is accountable for the project management of technology projects based on criteria that aligns with the vision of the Global Compliance function and roadmap. The position would support the project planning, communication updates and change management for assigned projects and overall PMO governance activities. The role will also be a key contributor, and compliance representative on cross business unit, cross-function and cross-platform project initiatives.

What will you do?

• Manage Compliance and Technology projects from initiation to closure while leveraging Project Management best practice and standards
• Experience managing vendors, contract management, project financial performance, risk identification and management
• Demonstrated ability to interpret technical requirements and facilitate clear, effective communication across multiple teams.
• Create and maintain Project Management Office tools, templates and processes and management of the overall portfolio of projects in JIRA
• Develop project deliverables and artifacts such as Project and Sprint plans, Scope document, Project Charter, Communication plan, Risk logs, Status reports etc.
• Engage with cross-functional teams, stakeholders and communicate project updates effectively to ensure buy in and project success
• Avoid scope creep and utilizes change management practices for seamless transition and value realization.
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary
• Create and deliver PowerPoint presentations to the Senior Management and Executive teams
  
  

What do you need to succeed?

• Over 5 years of work experience, including at least 3 years managing multiple and complex projects using Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies
• Post-secondary education and professional certification(s) such as PMI-PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM or equivalent work experience
• Over 2 years of experience in the execution of regulatory compliance, technology or related initiatives in Financial Institutions. Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance Management framework components and linkages
• Proven ability to bridge the gap between IT and Compliance teams ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives.
• Exceptional project management capabilities with demonstrated experience managing dispersed and indirect resources
• Experience with Project Portfolio Management and PMO Governance activities such as creating and maintaining Project Management tools, templates, and reporting
• The role requires the candidate to have a presence with senior management, including strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of consequences of errors in judgement or decision making (which could place SL at risk or result in significant legal liability and harm to company reputation)
• Good facilitation and influencing skills to direct effective meetings for project teams
• Knowledge of Change Management practices and frameworks.
• Experience with Project management and collaboration tools – JIRA, MS Project, Microsoft Copilot
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of AWS cloud technologies paired with advanced data analytics and scalable data management expertise.
• Certification such as Prosci or CCMP would be an asset.
• Proficiency in advanced analytics and reporting tools (like Tableau, MS Excel VBA)
• Curiosity to learn and grow in the GenAI space
  
  

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid work environment
• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
• 20 vacation days per year
• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
• Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
• Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financial
  
  

Recent Awards:

• We are honoured to be recognized as a 2022, 2023 and 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work Canada
• Great Place to Work list for Best Workplaces for #HybridWork 2022
• Great Place to Work list for Best Workplaces for Professional Development in Canada 2022
• Named “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor, 2021 and 2023
  
  

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to [e-mail].

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

78,000/78 000 - 128,000/128 000

Job Category:

Project Management - Process

Posting End Date:

06/07/2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Financial Services and Insurance

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