Project Manager
Permanent
Department: Asset Manager Solutions (150)
30 Adelaide Str, East
Toronto, Ontario, M5C 3G9
Canada
Number of Positions: 2
Who we are
With its global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, International Financial Data Services (IFDS) is a world-leading provider of outsourcing and technology solutions to the financial services industry. IFDS services over 240 financial organizations around the world, providing solutions to a wide range of global asset managers, wealth managers, banks, and insurance companies. The IFDS enterprise supports more than 17 million accounts with AUA of approximately CAD $4 trillion. IFDS Canada is a 50/50 joint ventures between Boston-based State Street Corporation, one of the world’s leading providers of financial services to institutional investors, and Connecticut-based SS&C Technologies, a global provider of investment and financial software-enabled services and software for the global financial services and healthcare industries.
Imagine yourself at IFDS
Come experience a community like no other at International Financial Data Services (IFDS). We offer work opportunities driven by a passion for creating market leading financial solutions, and a culture that nurtures collaboration, accountability, diversity & inclusion, and continuous learning. We’ll provide you with opportunities to develop your career. From ongoing training and development programs to experiences working with our global financial services partners, you’ll be able to realize your full potential.
Role Overview
This position plans, directs and manages risk for the largest and most complex business/information systems projects for both International Financial Data Services (IFDS) clients and the organization from inception through completion.
The project manager is responsible for the overall delivery of a solution that meets the joint requirements of the customer’s specification and the proposal submitted by IFDS.
Role Responsibilities
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Coordinate the organization of project activities ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget constraints
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Successfully manage a number of projects simultaneously
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Act as the primary liaison between all team members assigned to a project, IT and business
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Coordinate all aspects of project delivery including defining project scope, specifying deliverables, estimating project duration, effort and cost, managing project budget, creating detailed project plans, schedules and managing change requests
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Ensure project success by driving day-to-day operations through the application of sound project management principles and methodologies
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Maintain regular communications with active team and business stakeholders to ensure necessary and appropriate steps are taken to resolve difficulties, which may impede progress or compromise achievement of project’s objectives
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Maintain a detailed status, activities and issues reports on each project to present to IT Managers and major project stakeholders.
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Work closely with Resources Managers to ensure each project team has established meaningful, key metrics that properly reflect the performance of the team and indicates progress towards objectives
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Make recommendations on project prioritization
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Provide feedback to IT managers from a post-completion analysis of all projects
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Work with the PM Team to define and update standards and processes
Minimum Qualifications
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A minimum of 8 years of corporate project management experience (as a project manager)
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PMP Certification
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Conversant in various tools for statistical analysis, management, project planning, and time tracking including NIKU and MS Excel
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Detail oriented with excellent analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to deal with situations where information is difficult to obtain, complex or ambiguous
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Exhibit excellent organizational skills and teamwork skills
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Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills are necessary to effectively convey goals and initiatives to team members and top management. Extensive experience in direct customer contact and presentations
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Strong organizational, leadership/decision making, creative problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects to tight timelines, attention to detail – disciplined ability to prioritize
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Proactive, energetic, professional self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
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Intimate knowledge of the software development lifecycle
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Knowledge of International Financial products, applications including functionality would be a definite asset
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Experience in System / client conversion a definite asset
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3 years of practical experience in the financial investments industry
AODA Statement
IFDS Canada encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any accommodation needed to support your participation in the recruitment process. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying. Please be aware that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for this position.
Salary Range
Pay Range (CAD $): 109,000 - 137,000
The above reflects an industry-benchmarked target compensation range. The salary offered may vary based upon the candidate’s skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business needs.
IFDS Provides:
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Total Rewards: IFDS offers a comprehensive, competitive compensation & benefits package
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Work-Life Balance: IFDS offers a hybrid work environment with our office located in the downtown core within walking distance to Union Station and the PATH
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Professional Development: IFDS offers continuous learning opportunities, leadership development & training programs
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Inclusive Culture: Our inclusive work environment supports equity and values diversity
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Wellness Programs: Access to a variety of wellness initiatives, mental health support, and employee assistance programs
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Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to our community through our various social care programs
