Senior Manager Business Technology Initiatives-1

Royal Bank of Canada•Toronto, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for leading the execution of technology-based initiatives within Mutual Funds Distribution & RBC Financial Planning (MFD) and Term Investments (TIS). This role will act as the business / Product Owner working with internal and external project resources in the development of scope, requirements, and implementation activities, change management and training & communication.

Requirements

Product Owner experience enabling the delivery of medium to large technology-based initiatives.
Excellent planning skills.
Proven ability in written, oral and presentation skills.
Self-starter requiring little management oversight
Organizational awareness.
Ability to impact and influence through leadership experience.
Ability to work under pressure.
Undergraduate business/economics degree

Nice To Haves

Over 5 years’ experience in project execution as a business lead or project management
Knowledge of investment industry and products is an asset.

Responsibilities

Business lead / Product Owner for the execution of technology-based initiatives
Partners with Strategy and Management teams to ensure project deliverables are appropriately defined and delivered
Conducts research and analysis of key initiatives to facilitate and manage the development of project scope, key deliverables, and strategic alignment with business priorities.
Contributes to the gathering of business requirements to ensure they align with the project definition (Scope and Deliverables). Ensures their accuracy and completeness.
Completes risk assessments including Identifying mitigation plans and ensures implementation
Leads change management, training, and communication for assigned initiatives. Partners with Retail Enablement to review, approve and execute OCM activities.
Develops strong understanding of business issues, direction and vision when determining solutions, within the context of the project objectives.
Generates and recommends alternative approaches/ solutions to meet needs of the project.
Identifies gaps in current technology-based applications and offers solutions to close gaps
Fosters a positive and dynamic environment by establishing, developing and maintaining a strong relationship with business partners, sponsors, internal and external partners.
Ensures Project Manager’s/Scrum Masters’ effectiveness throughout the project lifecycle