Project Manager, Enterprise Project Management Office

Gowling WLG; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead business-driven transformation projects in a dynamic legal environment. This role involves managing the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, while collaborating with key stakeholders to define project goals and deliverables. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Join a forward-thinking firm that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team that empowers you to reach your full potential in a supportive hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of project management experience in professional services.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire lifecycle of assigned projects from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Client Service

Education

Project Management Certification (PMP or Prince 2)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE

As a Project Manager you will report directly to the Director, Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) and will be empowered to work on business-driven transformation projects across all Gowling WLG offices. The Project Manager will be responsible for training project stakeholders on the EPMO methodology and the responsibilities that are inherent to the assigned project team roles.

This role is a for a one (1) year contract and is based in our Toronto office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage the entire lifecycle of the assigned project(s) from initiation and planning, execution, cut-over, and closure based on the processes, methodologies and tools designed by the EPMO.
2. Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support the business in collaboration with key stakeholders.
3. Create project plans, which includes project objectives and drivers, expected benefits, scope, approach, risks, assumptions and dependencies, budget, team composition, work breakdown structure, milestones, deliverables.
4. Manage established signoff procedures throughout the project lifecycle and report on and track project milestones/deliverables.
5. Produce regular status reports and provide updates on GANTT charts, escalations, risk mitigation, and track financials in the EPMO’s project portfolio management tool (PPM).
6. Conduct project lessons learned meetings and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
7. Assist in the on-going development of the EPMO methodology by incorporating new tools, techniques and ideas.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. 8-10 years working as a Project Manager preferably in a professional services environment.
2. Certificate in project management by accredited continued learning establishment (PMP or Prince 2 certification preferred).
3. Strong organizational, prioritization, time management and leadership skills.
4. Strong stakeholder/relationship management skills.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Experience in managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, business units and geographic locations.
7. Ability to deliver exceptional client service.
8. Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project or any PPM tool.

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.