Description
Requisition ID: 210568
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
The Manager, Project Portfolio Management Technology contributes to the overall success of the COO- Technology Department in Canada by ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.
As part of the Project Portfolio Management Technology team, the incumbent is responsible for providing ongoing support and detailed analysis for Clarity PPM to all supported units. This includes managing the support functions, responding to support calls/tickets as required, user administration, data analytics, reporting and running/monitoring jobs. This may also include participating in the testing of enhancements, training of users, assisting with research and analysis leading to the definition of requirements and processes to assist in the resolution of complex business problems.
Is this role right for you? In this role you will:
- Assist the Senior Manager/Project Manager by conducting research and analysis, and accurately and clearly defining user requirements and processes for well-defined tasks to assist in the resolution of problems to meet the needs of the business. This may involve participation in rapid prototyping, with requirements and solutions developed on an iterative basis that provides interim deliverables until a final production solution is created.
- Define, assess and writes detailed analysis and documentation of Business Requirements for new applications & legacy systems enhancements, to be designed by development groups
- Participate in the systems implementation process by assisting in the development of test cases and the conducting of testing, assisting in the definition of user procedures and workflows, assisting in the development of conversion and implementation strategies, and assisting in the provision of user documentation, user training, and post-implementation support.
- Comply with and adopt all that laid down QAT test processes and procedures for all testing activities, and ensure that all the scenarios and expectations of the stakeholders are met and captured in testing; and document detailed test cases, test data; Follow QA best practices, methodologies, and standards to ensure the delivery of high-quality software
- Assist in the provision of business support to all global units, including ad hoc queries and MIS, user training, and assisting with the design and implementation of systems enhancements. This is made more challenging due to differences in time zones and the variation in the business lines. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that management is kept informed, and that problems and issues are escalated appropriately.
- Continually acquire and enhance knowledge of the Division’s business strategies and policies, risk management practices and methodologies, product offerings, financial markets, financial instruments, regulatory requirements, Back Office processes, and rapidly changing technology to effectively assist in the provision of business solutions and services to the end user business lines.
- Creates an environment in which the team pursues effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
What’s in it for you?
- Advanced Clarity PPM experience
- Advanced SharePoint experience
- Proven customer service and support experience including Service Now Experience
- Ability to document process flows that support updates and changes to the tool, and document job aids / training material and communication to the field
- Strong data analytics and Business Analysis skills
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives, multi task and shift gears based on priority changes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
- Advanced Excel skills (including pivot-tables, lookups, advanced formulas) and intermediate to advanced skill in the use of MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio is required
- Previous experience in a leadership role would be a strong asset
- Advanced VBA, Power Queries, Power Pivot experience would be an asset
- Power BI experience would be a strong asset
- Being fluent in Spanish (written and verbal), would be an asset.
- Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or technical institute degree/ certificate or equivalent post-secondary education
What’s in it for you?
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship – We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
- Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations – We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
- Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
- Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
- Community Engagement – no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: “for every future”, we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
