Senior Project Manager (GCS)

Royal Bank of Canada

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Job SummaryJob DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?Reporting to the Director, Strategic Delivery PMO - You would be responsible for end-to-end full project life cycle delivery and ownership of assigned strategic initiatives. Successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously. You will manage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives for Global Cybersecurity at RBC. This role develops the detailed work packages, schedules, budgets, identifies the necessary resources and provides regular updates and communications to stakeholders/sponsors. You would also oversee and manage each project deliverable including vendor related deliverables for quality and completion.What will you do?Serve as a single point of accountability for oversight and direct signoff on significant programs within Global Cyber SecurityEstablish, develop, and maintain strong relationships with Sponsors, Stakeholders, RBC and subsidiary business and T&O partnersChampion strong program/project governance and execution assurance processesEnsure risk assessments are completed and that contingency plans are identified and executedPrepare program roadmap, project, and/or implementation plans to align with executive approvalManage overall program financials and track value for effective decision makingEstablishes and refines processes for the identification of program/project issues. Resolves complex issues and escalates to steering committee and manages resolution as requiredManage program scope using appropriate fact-based metrics/assumptions and defines KPI's to report on benefit realization for tracking value and performance on business caseProvide consulting and guidance on project initiatives including business case preparation and developing creative/alternative approaches to problem resolutionManages project scope/requirements changes, multiple and competing demands and priorities determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk using appropriate fact-based metrics/assumptionsProvide recommendations on project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and riskPromote innovative or improved methods to get the work done and implements best practicesAccountable for the successful delivery of all projects in the assigned program stream including all aspects of each project (e.g. requirements, design, build, test, deploy, change, communication and adoption)Responsible for SOW definition and finalization with external partiesWhat do you need to succeed?Must-have:5+ years’ progressive IT project-related experience with extensive Identity Access Management experienceExperience managing projects with high level of value (benefit/cost), and a high level of complexity and uncertaintyExtensive Relationship Management and Vendor management experienceStrong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills including the ability to lead up, across and down multiple business and technology organizationsExcellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skillsExperience preparing plans for interdependencies and multiple stakeholdersKnowledge of formal Project Management methodologiesNice-to-have:Undergraduate degree Business/ IT / Engineering (preferred)PMP/CISSP certification or equivalent (preferred)Experience implementing Identity & Privileged Access Management applications such as Azure Active Directory (AD), SailPoint, Okta, and CyberArk.Experience managing projects in the IT Risk/Security spaceWhat’s in it for you?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging workOpportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilitiesOpportunities to building close relationships with clientsAccess to a variety of job opportunities across business and geographies#LI-POST#LI-Hybrid#TECHPJJob Skills Business Oriented, Communication, Group Problem Solving, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Project Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Time ManagementAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 330 FRONT ST W:TORONTOCity: TORONTOCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: Technology and OperationsJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2024-04-22Application Deadline: 2024-06-03Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work. We are taking actions to tackle issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients and communities.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective employees with different abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at .

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