Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Integrations

Navacord; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Courses & Designations

100% tuition reimbursement

Vary days including a day off for your birthday

Job summary

A leading insurance firm located in Toronto is seeking a Project Manager for their Strategic Initiatives and Integrations team. The successful candidate will lead integration projects for mergers and acquisitions, manage operational standardization, and collaborate with executives and stakeholders. Candidates should possess 5-7 years of related experience, strong financial and project management skills, and be a proactive self-starter. This is a full-time position offering competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in operational integration of mergers & acquisitions.
• Experience supporting standardization projects.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in mergers and acquisitions integration.
• Develop and manage implementation of Workday ERP.
• Monitor critical success measures for each project.
• Manage stakeholder priorities and alignment.

Skills

Project management

Operational integration of mergers & acquisitions

Financial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Conflict resolution

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

PMP certification

Lean Six Sigma, Agile or Scrum certification

Tools

Workday ERP

HRIS

Job description

Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Integrations

• Professional Development Courses & Designations
• 100% tuition reimbursement for business relevant courses and training
• Vary days – including a day off for your birthday

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Integrations, is responsible for supporting Navacord’s growth ambitions through coordinating the integration efforts of existing and acquired brokerages and managing any operational excellence or standardization projects. Seamless integration will be a key competitive advantage for Navacord.

This individual will be responsible for the administration and servicing of group benefit plans. The Group Benefits Analyst will also contribute to the development and documentation of workflows, administrative procedures, and client service tools. This role requires sound judgment, technical expertise, and a client‑centric approach to problem‑solving.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be an active member of the Strategic Initiatives and Integration team focused on leading projects in the following areas:
• Mergers and acquisitions through due diligence with a focus on building the integration plan and managing it post‑close
• Internal reorganization and integration of existing broker partners including supporting the company wide integration strategy and managing the amalgamation plan
• Operational excellence or standardization projects including developing and managing implementation of Workday ERP and HRIS
• Lead projects to successful completion using proven “fit‑for‑purpose” project management tactics, an aptitude for change and a common‑sense approach to project execution
• Establish and monitor critical success measures for each project to ensure objectives and value was delivered. Prepare executive summaries
• Guide the governance of all projects and manage stakeholder priorities and alignment. Stakeholders include executives, Canada‑wide business leaders and key head office roles
• Build and own the integrated project plans across key functions such as IT, accounting, HR, marketing/sales, operations, etc. Ensure interdependencies are understood and managed. Coach and support individual workstreams in building their unique project plans as required
• Own issue and risk management for each project including determining, rationalizing, tracking, and handling risks and issues that arise during the projects
• Build Navacord’s integration best practices techniques and artefacts for reuse
• Leverage data from across the organization to drive improved business results
• Serve as a visible team member of Navacord when working alongside current and prospective partners, ensuring clear communication, control and positively demonstrating our culture and values

REQUIREMENTS

• 5 to 7 years of experience in operational integration of mergers & acquisitions is strongly preferred
• Strong financial acumen and ability to support due diligence
• P&C and/or Group Benefits insurance experience is highly desirable
• Experience supporting standardization projects and implementation of Workday ERP and HRIS is highly desirable
• Solid business project management, conflict resolution and people management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environment
• Must be a self‑starter, demonstrate flexibility and adaptability
• Excellent interpersonal skills and has a proven background of leading through influence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and executive presence
• Organized and detail oriented
• High level of integrity and strict adherence to protecting confidential information

EDUCATION

• PMP certification preferred
• Lean Six Sigma, Agile or Scrum certification preferred

Navacord is actively committed to support diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value the diversity of people and actively encourage women, indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons to apply. We are committed to providing accommodation upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Customer Service

Industries Insurance