Project Manager - Toronto, Canada - Fidelity Investments

Fidelity Investments

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description

This is a hybrid role with a mix of remote and in-office working

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings._

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we've been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.

We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we're constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.

As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you'll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day.

You'll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you'll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What We Do

The Project Governance Office (PGO) manages the portfolio of projects for Fidelity Investments Canada (FIC), focusing on prioritization efforts in order to meet FIC's regulatory obligations and strategic business development, and ensure adequate capacity planning for IT and Business resources.

PGO applies Project Managers' expertise to oversee and monitor projects in a fast paced environment from initiation to implementation and closeout, ensuring time to market timelines and disciplined adherence to projects' business objectives, budget and risk controls.

The PGO is also responsible for the Post Implementation Assessment and monitoring benefits realization of initiatives within the organization.

How You'll Make an Impact

You will lead teams within a complex matrix environment to successfully complete projects in support of multiple business lines.

You will work closely with FIC business units and external groups to plan, coordinate and run all aspects of a project life cycle from beginning to end.

Projects may be small to medium in size; cross-functional in impact and are typically technical in nature.

You will be planning and executing projects by doing the following:

Prepare project charter and develop detailed project plans including detailed scope statements schedule and budget estimates and baselines, resource plans, quality plans and success criteria
Establish project communications and monitoring and control mechanisms, in particular project change management approaches, to ensure the project's triple constraints (time, cost, performance: scope and quality) are well managed, and status and issues are reported to sponsors, executive sponsors, PGO and senior management on a timely basis
Manage day to day project activities ensuring deliverables are met, risks are identified and assessed, and issues are resolved.
Lead project team(s) in a matrix environment, clarifying roles and responsibilities, providing individual direction and feedback and ensuring required communication support is in place.
Partner with the PGO to ensure portfolio, program and project management standards, processes and procedures are adhered to.
Implement and utilize reporting and control mechanisms, and in particular project change management approaches, to ensure the project's triple constraints (time, cost, performance: scope and quality) are well led, and status and issues are reported to sponsors, executive sponsors and senior management on a timely basis.
Ensure project post implementation reviews are planned and executed in compliance with Fidelity standards
Work with vendors, industry firms and Fidelity business units to explore innovative business solutions with new technologies and alternative processes

What We're Looking For

University Degree / College or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience leading projects ideally in an information technology environment
2+ year experience in the financial services industry
PMP certification is an asset
Experience in handling technology projects with third parties is an asset

What You Will Bring

Experience in handling complex business and technology projects, including work with 3rd party vendors

Systems development methodologies, standards, tools and technique
Project management and development methodologies, practices/standards, tools and techniques
Experience in the Mutual fund industry and systems (front and back end systems, registered funds, pensions, etc.) is an asset
Experience with corporate technology systems (Corporate Finance, HR, Compliance) is an asset

Ability to understand and communicate the broader picture to all stakeholders and demonstrate an understanding of stakeholder interests (both business and technical)

Excellent communication, leadership, facilitation, negotiation, influence and customer relationship management skills
Excellent time management and resource management skills

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

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