Strategic Finops & Cloud Foundations Lead

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Sep 29, 2026Job Description
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Are you driven by delivering strategic technology initiatives and eager to contribute to the evolution of practices that support organizational performance, innovation, and long-term sustainability?As a Senior Project Manager, FinOps & Cloud Foundations, you will lead complex, cross-functional IT initiatives from inception through to the realization of expected benefits. You will establish the conditions for success, structure governance, engage stakeholders, and ensure predictable, transparent, value-focused execution.Your portfolio will primarily focus on the evolution of the FinOps practice and the modernization of cloud foundations. Your initiatives will span technology platforms, governance practices, financial efficiency, automation, self-service capabilities, and operating model transformation.You will serve as a key integration point between business, financial, and technology priorities within a matrix environment characterized by numerous interdependencies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your leadership, judgment, and ability to advance high-impact initiatives within a caring and trusted organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of everything we do, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.What You Will Accomplish With Us
As a Senior Project Manager, FinOps & Cloud Foundations, you will play a key role in our mission. Your main responsibilities will include:Leading the scoping of strategic initiatives by defining objectives, scope, expected outcomes, dependencies, and success criteria.Developing recommendations, roadmaps, decision-making materials, and delivery plans required to advance projects.Defining expected benefits and success metrics to ensure rigorous tracking of value delivered.Planning and managing the full project lifecycle while effectively coordinating internal teams and external partners.Establishing effective governance, facilitating decision-making forums, and supporting required prioritization and trade-off decisions.Engaging business, technology, and finance stakeholders through influential leadership.Managing scope, costs, schedules, risks, quality, and dependencies to achieve targeted outcomes.Supporting change adoption, continuous improvement, and benefits realization while ensuring alignment with GPMO standards.What Could Help You Succeed in This Role
We are looking for someone who:Is recognized for their ability to lead complex strategic initiatives in a matrix environment involving multiple stakeholders.Stands out through their influential leadership and ability to mobilize multidisciplinary teams around shared objectives.Demonstrates a strong ability to structure strategic initiatives, establish effective governance, and support decision-making processes.Is recognized for their sound judgment, analytical thinking, and political acumen in high-impact and fast-evolving environments.Has a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in project management or strategic program delivery.Holds a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrates expertise in Agile, Lean, hybrid, or traditional project management approaches and can adapt their methodology to the context.Has knowledge of cloud environments, FinOps practices, technology governance, or digital transformation, which would be considered an asset.Has an advanced level of proficiency in both French and English, as the incumbent will act as an advisor to various stakeholders located across Canada. In this role, they will be required to communicate and collaborate regularly in English, both verbally and in writing.Why You'll Love Working With Us
A work environment where learning and development are combined with a collective pursuit of excellence.Artificial intelligence is in the hands of everyone, enabling greater personal effectiveness and supporting organizational growth.A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential.The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring, innovative workspaces.Competitive retirement savings planEmployee share purchase planVacation program, wellness days, and personal development daysEmployee and family assistance programErgonomic furniture programPerformance bonusDiscounts on iA productsAnd much more!Apply today and take the lead in your career, where your talent truly makes a difference!Not Sure About Applying?
At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this opportunity inspires you, we encourage you to apply. Your next career move could be with us, and we would love to get to know you!Location(s)
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Montreal / 1981 McGill College AvenueCompany
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2026-10-16Company Overview
iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.At iA, we’re invested in you.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.IA Financial Group is a leading Canadian insurance and wealth management company, established in 1892, with operations extending into the United States.
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