Job Description

About Symcor



Symcor enables secure data exchanges and supporting business processes, to help clients succeed in an evolving digital world. Trusted by Canada's largest institutions for over 25 years to support their digital transformations, Symcor aligns industry participants to solve common challenges in the most effective and efficient way. Our goal is for every employee to feel valued and accepted as part of the team and connected to Symcor and our values, fostering a sense of belonging. Symcor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you need accommodation for the interview process, just let us know!

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For more information, visit www.symcor.ca



The Opportunity



Provides administrative and project management support for one or more projects/programs in execution. Supports portfolio management and governance activities in order to ensure that project deliverables are met in accordance with Symcor's methodologies and processes.



This is a hybrid role with no mandatory days in office. We do expect that the candidate is available to come in for a for purpose-driven planned, and ad-hoc meetings such as in-person team collaborations, team events, workshops, etc. #LI-Hybrid

About The Role:

Provide administrative support to Project Managers/Program Managers to help ensure projects are executed in accordance with established processes and timelines. Monitor and track project schedules and budgets (at a high level) for projects based on input/data from project team members. Provide analysis of project plans and status reports to the Project Managers and/or Program Managers assigned and flag issues, risks and weekly "to do's" on projects. Participate in project meetings, recording action items, new issues/risks and task status information. Draft project change request (PCR) for review. Maintain project information for accuracy and compliance, including gathering, maintaining, updating, tracking and storing project data, information and artifacts to ensure maintenance of document repository. Support audit requirements as well as ongoing communication. Provide support for Project Portfolio activities including preparing agenda, meeting minutes and action items, and ensuring details pertaining to projects are captured, updates are provided, and client reporting packages are created with accuracy. Support the preparation of Portfolio Project Execution Review Meetings (biweekly). Support Portfolio Manager in preparing Client dashboards for project and CRs as required. Support Portfolio Manager in preparing project updates for the Executive Growth Committee (EGC) biweekly updates, monthly Client Reporting Packages for respective Clients within given portfolio. Support Portfolio Manager by preparing weekly/biweekly/monthly resource allocation reports. Assume other administrative responsibilities as required (e.g., assist with presentation preparation for steering committee meetings, project reviews, project tool support, etc.).

What You Need To Succeed:

Education:

University or College degree in relevant discipline, an asset.

Experience:

1 - 2 years of experience within project management and project coordination.

Skills:

Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Power Point). Knowledge of Project Management discipline. Basic exposure to project management tools e.g., MS Project; Document management tools e.g., Sharepoint, JIRA, etc,

What's In It For You



At Symcor, we define our success by what we help others achieve. We were created to support our clients and, through our products, services, and solutions, protect and strengthen their brands. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

A comprehensive Total Rewards Program that includes a competitive compensation package, flexible benefits and time away options, retirement and savings plans and a commitment to your overall health and well-being through our myWell-being program. Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Ability to make a difference and lasting impact. Opportunities to do challenging work and progressively take on greater accountabilities for growth. We foster an inclusive atmosphere of One Symcor with our philosophy of +1 Unique You, we harness each employee's uniqueness, different skills, backgrounds, and perspectives to contribute to mutual success. It is the diversity of our people and the inclusive environment that has been and will always be key to Symcor's success.

Symcor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Upon request, we will provide accommodation for candidates.