Sr Project Manager, GFT

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Program Manager to lead large-scale Enterprise Programs. This role involves organizing processes, tracking milestones, and liaising with teams to drive successful project execution. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in program management, exceptional communication skills, and a strong financial acumen. The position offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a flexible work/life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible work/life balance options

World-class training program in financial services

Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant industry experience in managing large scale Enterprise Programs.
• Strong financial acumen and performance monitoring.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and coordinating processes for project teams within the program.
• Tracking progress against project milestones.
• Serving as a liaison among project teams.

Skills

Accountability

Business Oriented

Communication

Decision Making

Interpersonal Communication

IT Program Management

Long Term Planning

Negotiation

Organizational Change Management

Program Management

Resource Coordination

Results-Oriented

Stakeholder Management

Team Management

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity? Are you a talented, creative and results-driven professional who thrives on delivering high-performing applications for Capital Markets and Wealth Management Compliance? Come join us! The Compliance Technology team is responsible for supporting our global Compliance partners to provide Trade Surveillance and Know-Your-Employee solutions.

Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.

We believe that innovation should drive all that we do, in challenging assumptions and being big and bold with our ideas. We support our people in developing the technical, business and professional skills needed to be successful. You will work with partners from across the company, participate in networking events, and have access to a wide variety of supports including mentorship. You will work directly with leaders who believe in celebrating successes and sharing learnings with other teams to promote progress.

What will you do?

In this role, you are responsible for the following:

• Organizing and coordinating processes and procedures for all project teams to follow within the program.
• Tracking progress against project milestones and holding others accountable for assigned tasks.
• Serving as a liaison and building bridges among project teams within the program. Translating corporate objectives into program objectives and practices.
• Planning and monitoring program development to ensure that quality standards and goals are achieved.
• Managing all aspects of an organizational program to ensure all projects within the program are implemented, accepted and accomplished within a set deadline.
• Identifying any barriers to successful program execution and escalating as appropriate.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• 7+ years relevant industry experience in managing large scale Enterprise Programs.
• Strong financial acumen and performance monitoring.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to clearly present complex items in a digestible format focusing the narrative for purpose and direction.

What’s in it for you?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• A world-class training program in financial services.
• Flexible work/life balance options.
• Opportunities to do challenging work.

Job Skills

Accountability, Business Oriented, Communication, Decision Making, Interpersonal Communication, IT Program Management, Long Term Planning, Negotiation, Organizational Change Management, Program Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Teamwork, Time Management

Additional Job Details

• Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO
• City: Toronto
• Country: Canada
• Work hours/week: 37.5
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
• Job Type: Regular
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date: 2025-11-05
• Application Deadline: 2025-12-15

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