Senior Project Manager

Embark Student Corp.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Mississauga is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional projects. The role requires a strong understanding of project management methodologies and financial acumen. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in project management and a background in financial services or fintech. Competitive compensation is offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive project management experience, including leadership of large-scale initiatives.
• Proven track record in financial services, fintech, or SaaS environments.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.
• Manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodology

Financial acumen

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or related field

Master’s Certificate in Project Management

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Application Deadline: 31 January 2026

Department: Business Solutions & Transformation

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Head Office

Compensation: $108,000 - $123,000 / year

Description

• As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, cross-functional projects that drive strategic business, technology, and customer initiatives.
• You will ensure to adherence to project management disciplines, delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget, while mentoring project teams and influencing organizational best practices.
• You will also be expected to follow a hybrid project management approach that integrates Agile methodologies with PMO standards.
• You will deliver complex corporate projects from initiation to closure under tight timelines and competing priorities.
• You will balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• You will drive adoption of emerging digital technologies and innovative practices.
• You will have the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives impacting organizational growth.
• You will be able to work as a Change Leader in a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Challenges to be Met

• Define project scope aligned with organizational priorities and strategic objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights on project feasibility, risks, and benefits realization.
• Manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently, ensuring successful delivery across business and technical domains.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of project artifacts (Charter, Schedule, Management Plan, Risk Register, etc.).
• Drive adherence to Change Management processes and governance standards.
• Lead projects using Waterfall, Agile, or Hybrid methodologies; coach teams on best practices.
• Facilitate key ceremonies: kick-offs, stand-ups, sprint reviews, demos, and retrospectives.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues; escalation as needed.
• Ensure robust quality assurance and change control processes.
• Communicate effectively with sponsors, executives, and cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and present dashboards, status reports, and executive summaries to governance bodies.
• Mentor project managers and team members; foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Facilitate lessons learned, retrospectives and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Enhance division/organization reputation by taking ownership on accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to professional accomplishments.
• Other duties as required.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or related field; Master’s Certificate in Project Management is an asset.
• 8+ years of progressive project management experience, including leadership of large-scale initiatives.
• Proven track record in financial services, fintech, or SaaS environments.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.
• PMP, PgMP, or Scrum Master certification strongly preferred.
• Advanced stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Strong financial acumen for budgeting and benefits realization.
• Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Asana, MS Project, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Copilot, Loop).
• Knowledge of Canadian financial regulations, RESP products, or mutual fund distribution.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and change in dynamic environments.