Senior Technical Project Manager - Data / AI (Financial Services)

Senior Technical Project Manager – Data / AI

(Financial Services)

Own the delivery of innovative AI and digital transformation projects in the insurance space, partnering with diverse teams to turn ideas into scalable solutions. This hybrid Toronto-based opportunity offers strong visibility, end-to-end project involvement, and the chance to drive meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving environment.

What is in it for you:

• Salaried: $50-57 per hour.

• Incorporated Business Rate: $60-67 per hour.

• 7-month contract.

• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.

• Hybrid: 3 days/week in Toronto office.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects related to process improvement, automation, digitization, and expense reduction initiatives.

• Support functional teams with ad hoc requests and analytical work to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing and protection of customer assets.

• Execute and support company, divisional, and operational strategies.

• Define and manage project scope, strategy, requirements, and implementation in collaboration with clients.

• Develop cost-benefit analyses for project initiatives.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.

• Identify, analyze, mitigate, document, and control project risks.

• Manage expenses and ensure budget adherence.

• Maintain clear and consistent communication with project teams, stakeholders, sponsors, and management while managing expectations and relationships.

• Identify resource requirements and establish roles, expectations, and objectives for team members.

• Participate in negotiating contract terms and ensure compliance for consultants and vendors.

• Conduct after-action reviews.

• Stay current with AI tools and industry trends through training, self-study, and industry events.

• Share best practices across functional teams.

• Collaborate with IT teams to align on technology initiatives.

• Ensure service delivery from key vendors.

• Manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities with varying deadlines.

• Handle high-volume and complex subject matter as required.

What you will need to succeed:

• Post-secondary education or equivalent business experience.

• PMP, CSPM, CCMP, Prince, or similar certifications are considered an asset.

• 4 years of project team experience.

• 4 years of experience in financial services.

• Experience across full project lifecycle delivery.

• Experience with SDLC methodologies.

• Strong knowledge of financial products, administration compliance, operations, and systems including business desktop applications.

• Proficiency with project planning and tracking tools.

• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and MURAL.

• Technical knowledge and experience in digital transformation initiatives.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strategic thinking with the ability to evaluate short- and long-term impacts and make decisions.

• Strong presentation and communication skills.

Why Recruit Action?

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