Portfolio Manager - Office of the CTO
EY•Toronto, ON
•Remote
About The Position
The Portfolio Manager, Office of the CTO, acts as a strategic and operational extension of the Office, ensuring priority initiatives move forward efficiently, consistently, and with the appropriate level of rigor. The role enables the Office of the CTO to move faster without sacrificing quality, judgment, or governance. This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.
Requirements
- 5-8 years of progressive experience in a corporate, consulting, or professional services environment, with demonstrated responsibility for driving complex, cross‑functional initiatives end‑to‑end.
- Prior experience within a Big Four firm or large enterprise environment strongly preferred, particularly in roles supporting senior leadership or enterprise transformation programs.
- Proven experience supporting or delivering transformation initiatives (e.g., technology, digital, AI, operating model, or large‑scale change programs).
- Strong hands‑on experience translating executive‑level direction into structured plans, milestones, workstreams, and ownership models.
- Demonstrated ability to track progress, manage dependencies, surface risks early, and sustain momentum across multiple concurrent initiatives.
- Experience operating with a high degree of autonomy, exercising judgment on when to act independently versus escalate.
- Experience preparing executive‑ready materials (e.g., decks, briefings, decision papers) with a high bar for clarity, consistency, and quality.
Responsibilities
- Orchestrates the day‑to‑day delivery of CTO‑sponsored initiatives.
- Translates high‑level direction into clear plans, milestones, and ownership.
- Tracks progress, manages dependencies, and resolves blockers.
- Represents the Office of the CTO in working sessions and follow‑ups.
- Exercises judgment on what can be handled independently vs. escalated.
- Maintains momentum and continuity across initiatives.
- Reviews outputs (decks, guidance, communications) for clarity, consistency, and quality.
- Reinforces validation and governance expectations—particularly for AI‑enabled or data‑driven work.
- Balances speed with defensibility and enterprise standards.
- Coordinates across business, technology, risk, and enablement teams.
- Synthesizes inputs into concise, executive‑ready updates.
- Keeps leadership focused on decisions and outcomes, not noise.
- Identifies emerging risks, overlaps, or gaps across initiatives.
- Flags issues early and recommends adjustments to scope or sequencing.
- Provides forward‑looking insight to support decision‑making.
Benefits
- competitive compensation package
- discretionary bonus program
- comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
- defined contribution pension plan
- great vacation policy
- firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year
- statutory holidays
- paid personal days
- range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being
- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
- Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
