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IT Project Manager – Financial Services (WTL, ON)

IT Project Manager – Financial Services (WTL, ON)

Recrute Action • Waterloo, ON, ca
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$63.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description
IT Project Manager (Financial Services)

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.

What is in it for you:

• Salaried: $63-73 per hour.
• Incorporated Business Rate: $75-85 per hour.
• 4-month contract.
• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
• Remote on Monday and Friday.
• On-site Tuesday to Thursday.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, plans, timelines, and scope.
• Manage project resources, including procuring staff, motivating, coaching, and advising team members.
• Collaborate with functional project teams to define business requirements.
• Lead development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business needs.
• Define and oversee test plans to ensure products are defect-free prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Facilitate UAT processes and develop rollout plans and procedures.
• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to systems development and project management best practices.
• Present updates and recommendations to steering committees or project sponsors.

What you will need to succeed:

• 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.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.

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