Sr. Project Manager (Consulting)- Banking & Finance

Cognizant; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Project Manager for the Banking & Financial Services sector in Toronto. This role involves leading strategic programs focused on risk and regulatory reporting, requiring strong project management skills and industry expertise. The ideal candidate will foster relationships with stakeholders and support team development while navigating complex regulatory environments. This position is onsite, requiring presence at client locations in Toronto.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience within the banking sector.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in capital markets and risk compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources and lead execution of strategic business and technology programs.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with implementation partners.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Compliance

Capital Markets

Agile Methodologies

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Visio

Jira

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Banking & Financial Services, Cognizant Consulting

Banking & Financial Services

Toronto, Ontario

ABOUT US

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients with digital at www.cognizant.com.

Why choose cognizant?

It takes a lot to succeed in today’s fast-paced market, and Cognizant has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams. We stand out because we put human experiences at the core. We help clients engage customers by envisioning and building creative products and services. We develop go-to-market strategies and invent entirely new business models, ensuring that every company we work with walks away with both encouragement and a plan. Everything we do at Cognizant we do with passion—for our clients, our communities, and our organization. It’s the defining attribute that we look for in our people.

The Role

Cognizant Consulting is seeking an experienced Consulting Manager (Sr. Project Manager) to lead strategic business and technology programs within the Banking and Financial Services sector, specifically focusing on risk and regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to manage resources, build relationships with stakeholders, and provide domain oversight in this critical area. This role requires a collaborative individual who can translate complex solutions clearly and contribute to a positive team environment aligned with Cognizant's values and strategy.

Responsibilities

· Manage resources and lead the execution of strategic business and technology programs related to accounting, risk, and regulatory requirements.

· Develop and maintain effective relationships with implementation partners, technology and product vendors, and internal Cognizant teams to deliver high-quality client solutions.

· Provide domain expertise in financial risk and regulatory reporting, including the interpretation and implementation of new reporting rules and the analysis of updates.

· Present complex solutions in a clear, concise, and logical manner to various stakeholders.

· Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture aligned with Cognizant's values and strategic objectives.

· Foster interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to maximize value for all stakeholders.

· Support the attraction, retention, and career development of talented team members.

· Contribute to team performance improvement, provide recognition and coaching, support employee development, and assist in performance improvement initiatives.

· Provide recommendations to senior leadership on strategy and new initiatives based on a strong understanding of the business.

· Network with industry contacts to stay informed on competitive insights and best practices.

Qualifications

· Minimum of 10 years of project management experience within the banking sector.

· Demonstrated hands-on experience in capital markets and risk compliance is essential.

· Consulting experience within the financial services domain is desirable.

· Proven experience working on enterprise-level projects, such as financial risk platform modernization (FRP), is preferred.

· A track record of business development, practice building, and thought leadership is desirable.

· Strong knowledge of Capital Markets, Risk (Credit Risk, Financial Risk), and relevant regulations (e.g., Basel, SCCL, CCAR / FR 2590, Large Exposures Framework) is preferred.

· Experience in leading and managing teams effectively, including planning analytical work, facilitating workshops, and developing technology/business strategy recommendations.

· Proven ability to develop detailed and analytical deliverables using PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Visio to communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.

· Ability to manage ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

· Experience working in agile projects, utilizing Jira, creating user stories, and a solid understanding of the agile framework.

· Must be able to work on-site at the client location in Toronto at least 3 days each week.

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client OR Cognizant office in Toronto, Ontario

Applications will be accepted until June 15th, 2025.