Senior It Project Manager - Risk & Compliance

The IT Project Manager is responsible for applying project management methodologies throughout all phases of the project lifecycle. This includes project design, scope management, cost control, quality assurance, and performance reporting. The role requires strong organizational skills, stakeholder management, and adherence to governance policies while supporting the audit and compliance team.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, track, and manage project budgets, plans, timelines, and scopeManage project resources, including procuring staff, motivating, coaching, and advising team membersCollaborate with functional project teams to define business requirementsLead development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business needsDefine and oversee test plans to ensure products are defect-free prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT)Facilitate UAT processes and develop rollout plans and proceduresPrepare and present cost-benefit analyses to stakeholdersEnsure adherence to systems development and project management best practicesPresent updates and recommendations to steering committees or project sponsorsQualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)PMP or PMI certification required5–7 years of proven project management experienceStrong people management and team-building skillsAbility to adapt and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic environment with competing prioritiesQuick learner of business processes and effective collaborator with stakeholders at all levelsStrong risk assessment and management skills for technology applications and business functionsExperience delivering technology and business application solutions in large-scale, multi-platform environmentsPreferred Skills
Excellent communication and presentation skillsProficiency in project management tools and methodologiesAbility to manage budgets and timelines effectivelyTechnical background and/or compliance or risk experienceExperience in financial institutionsCandidate Requirements
Must-Have Skills:Governance policies knowledgeNice-to-Have Skills:
Technical backgroundCompliance or risk experienceClient Call Notes:PM will support compliance work within a broaderintegrated Risk & Compliance initiative. This team supports therisk and compliance team at Manulife
and is looking for an IT PMIncludes Archer configuration project, budgeting,tracking, governance, and stakeholder communication.This role is for a Senior Project Managersupporting a multi-year Risk & Compliance program at Manulife.The PM will work closely with both business andtechnology teams to manage financials, governance, stakeholdercommunication, and delivery execution.The environment is structured, complex, andrequires someone who can quickly understand governance processes,coordinate across teams, and ensure projects stay on time and on budget.A strong, confident PM with enterprise experienceis essential.Must-Haves5–7+ years of hands-on Project Managementexperience(Must have led large, multi-million-dollar projects — not a junior PM orcoordinator.)Excellent communication and stakeholdermanagement skills(Frequent interaction with Risk, Compliance, and Technology leadership.)Highly organized with the ability to managemultiple moving parts in a complex environment.PMP or PMI certification (required).Ability to work hybrid in Toronto;
Waterlooacceptable withoccasional site visits.Nice-to-HavesExperience delivering technology or IT-enabledprojects.Background in Risk, Compliance, or Auditprograms.Exposure to Archer (configuration orimplementation).Experience in structured enterprise environmentswith governance-heavy PMO processes .
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