Senior Digital Project Director

Banque Nationale du Canada; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness program

Group insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Preferential banking services

Opportunities to get involved in commu

Job summary

National Bank of Canada is seeking a Senior Digital Project Director within the Digital Delivery and Operations team in Montreal. You will lead the delivery of a portfolio of large-scale technology projects, applying agile methodologies to drive digital transformation and align IT with business goals.

The role emphasizes portfolio leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and clear progress reporting, with a hybrid work setup and opportunities for internal development and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of experience managing large-scale digital projects using agile methodologies within a large organization.
• Minimum of two years of experience managing a project portfolio.
• Experience facilitating workshops and coaching teams.
• Proficiency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a portfolio of large-scale technology projects, from planning through execution and completion.
• Optimize resource utilization to achieve business objectives and maximize value creation.
• Diagnose complex issues and implement practical, sustainable solutions aligned with business needs.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and priorities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment between IT and business teams throughout project execution.
• Produce and present progress reports tailored to various audiences and contribute to the continuous improvement of ways of working.

Skills

Change Management

Communication

Driving Results

Emotional Intelligence

Leadership

Negotiation

Organization Skills

Problem Solving

Project Governance

Project Management

Decision Making

Mobilization

Resiliency

Team Alignment

Listening

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Area(s) of interest: Project management and agile methodology, Web and digital

Location(s): Montreal

A career as a Senior Digital Project Director within the Digital Delivery and Operations team at National Bank means playing a key role in delivering large-scale technology initiatives and driving the organization’s digital transformation. In this position, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your expertise in digital project management, your mastery of agile methodologies, and your ability to turn complex challenges into tangible business results.

Your role

• Lead the delivery of a portfolio of large-scale technology projects, from planning through execution and completion.
• Optimize resource utilization to achieve business objectives and maximize value creation.
• Diagnose complex issues and implement practical, sustainable solutions aligned with business needs.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and priorities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment between IT and business teams throughout project execution.
• Produce and present progress reports tailored to various audiences and contribute to the continuous improvement of ways of working.

Your team

The Digital and Client Experience Vice Presidency is a large, agile, proactive, and collaborative team dedicated to seizing opportunities, staying at the forefront of technology, and continuously improving processes.

Within the Digital Delivery and Operations sector, you will report to the Senior Director, Digital Delivery and Operations. Our team stands out for its contribution to innovative initiatives focused on enhancing the client experience and creating value. We are committed to offering maximum flexibility to support work-life balance, including a hybrid work environment and an adaptable schedule.

At National Bank, we believe in continuous development and internal mobility. Our customized training programs, based on learning through action, help you master your profession and expand your expertise. Resources such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Center, as well as coaching and mentoring opportunities are available to you at all times.

Prerequisites

• Minimum of six years of experience managing large-scale digital projects using agile methodologies within a large organization.
• Minimum of two years of experience managing a project portfolio.
• Experience facilitating workshops and coaching teams.
• Proficiency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence.

Languages

Reason to require this language: you will need to discuss frequently with our service providers or partners who speak a language other than French.

Skills

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Change Management Communication Driving Results Emotional Intelligence Leadership Negotiation Organization Skills Problem Solving Project Governance Project Management Decision Making Mobilization Resiliency Team Alignment Listening

In addition to competitive compensation, you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

• Health and wellness program, including many options
• Group insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Preferential banking services
• Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
• Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment

We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier‑free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Why work at National Bank?

For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

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