IT Project Manager – Financial Services (TOR, ON)

Recrute Action • Toronto, ON

26d • Remote

About The Position

Drive high-impact IT initiatives in the insurance industry, leading complex projects focused on governance, risk, and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise programs, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and deliver strategic solutions in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• PMP or PMI certification required.
• 5-7 years of experience in project management within technology-driven environments.
• Strong expertise in managing large-scale, multi-platform technology and business application projects.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and competing priorities in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Solid understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks, preferably within financial services or insurance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to quickly understand business processes and adapt to evolving project needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, scope definition, budgeting, execution, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and cost controls to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, including technical and business stakeholders.
• Oversee resource allocation, while coaching and guiding team members to achieve project objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and define business and system requirements.
• Ensure alignment with governance frameworks, compliance standards, and project management best practices.
• Lead development and testing activities, including defining test strategies and supporting user acceptance testing processes.
• Prepare and present project updates, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses to senior stakeholders and steering committees.
• Support risk and compliance initiatives, contributing to enterprise-level programs and system integrations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager