Job Description

Location Address: 44 King Street W 7th Floor, Toronto -if in GTA, expected to come in to office a few times a week, though they are open candidates located anywhere in Canada (not limited to Toronto), provided they meet the criteria and can work within EST time/zones and stakeholder environment
Subject to change: 3-4 days onsite may be required based on business needs
Contract Duration: ASAP to 03/31/2026 / 4 months
Good possibility of extension for a 1 year total contract (pending additional funding to become available
Schedule Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday;standard 37.5 hrs/week
Reason: New Project
Story Behind the Need
Business group: IB (International Banking) Retail Regional Services -IB retail transformation office, manager full investment portfolio for IB retail,
Project: IB Retail Portfolio Initiatives -moving from portfolio management focus to project management focus so need a PM to assist in managing the high priority projects in the portfolio;the project being assigned to the PM is in planning phase, plan is for it to go for 1 year
Candidate Value Proposition:
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Lead high-impact strategic initiatives with direct business and technology alignment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Latin America in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to digital transformation efforts that shape the future of banking services.
• Work in a hybrid model with flexibility and regional visibility.

Typical Day in Role:

• Lead end-to-end project lifecycle, from planning to execution and closure.
• Coordinate with business units, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure adherence to scope, budget, and timelines.
• Prepare and present status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings and ensure continuous improvement.
• Use tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Power BI for tracking and reporting.

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:
1) 3-5 years of experience managing business-driven technology projects in banking or financial services in an Agile environment.
2) Bilingual in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders across regions.
3) Strong command of project management methodologies (Scrum, PMI).
4) Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Power BI.
5) Proven track record in digital transformation and strategic initiatives.
Nice-To-Have Skills:
1) Experience working in regional or multi-country project environments.
2) Familiarity with core banking systems or digital channels (e.G., mobile/web banking).
3) PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
4)Scrum Master certification (e.G., CSM, PSM) demonstrating agile delivery experience.
Soft Skills Required:

• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal communication.
• Leadership and influence across technical and non-technical teams.
• Problem-solving mindset with adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Strategic thinking and ability to align project goals with business outcomes.
• High emotional intelligence and team collaboration.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Technology, or related fields.
Master's degree in project management, Business, or Digital Transformation (preferred).
Certifications (preferred): PMP, Scrum Master (e.G., CSM, PSM), or equivalent project management credentials.
Best VS. Average Candidate:

• Best candidate: Has led complex, multi-stakeholder digital transformation projects in banking, communicates effectively with senior leadership, and demonstrates both strategic vision and operational execution. Fully bilingual English/Spanish is a must.
• Average candidate: Has experience in project coordination or support roles, with limited exposure to executive stakeholders or regional delivery.

NEW NOTES since last posting release:

• A bilingual professional (English + Spanish) who can present confidently to large audiences, lead cross-functional teams and articulate business outcomes (not just technical execution).
• Significant experience in business-driven project delivery (rather than purely technical).
• Comfortable working in an agile environment and able to adapt to change.
• Open to candidates located anywhere in Canada (not limited to Toronto), provided they meet the above criteria and can work within our time/zones and stakeholder environment.

The focus should be on candidates with strong experience who can manage high-level projects and present effectively to senior audiences.

Skills Required