Business Project Manager - Individual Project Management
Business Project Manager - Individual Project Management
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Job Description
Position Title:Business Project Manager Individual
Reports To:Director Individual Portfolio Management
Department:Individual
Term: Temporary Full Time Eighteen (18) Month Contract
Work Arrangements:This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo ON a minimum of two (2) assigned consecutive days every other week plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.
The Opportunity:Dont miss the opportunity to join one of Waterloo Area and Southwestern Ontarios Top Employers for 2024!
At Equitable we realize that your work is not just about performing a job; its about being part of a collaborative workplace that helps you grow and reach your full potential. Within our friendly and collaborative work environment we recognize that they key to our growth and success is a dedicated motivated and clientresponsive staff. Join Equitable today!
Reporting to the Portfolio Director the Project Managers role is to plan and coordinate the implementation of solutions that deliver to business strategic objectives. This individual will partner with the Individual Leadership Team (ILT) to identify plan and execute solutions that will support the achievement of annual business plans. This position acts as a liaison between ILT Business Stakeholders technical delivery teams and external vendors to effectively plan resource and deliver key divisional strategic initiatives.
What you will be doing:
Build strong working relationships with project decision makers managers and cross functional team members
Engage business stakeholders in the project process; ensuring business deliverables are defined and formalized into a project plan; coordinating business deliverables and timelines with Product Owners and Technology Managers to ensure effective and efficient delivery of key initiatives on time within scope and within budget
Facilitate meetings and resolve conflicts between various groups to enable progress on project and/or process initiatives
Prepare feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis.
Provide guidance to ILT members on the feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis being prepared by them
Regular reporting to the Individual division business leaders on the progress of key initiatives
What you will bring:
University Degree Minimum Bachelors degree
Obtained or working towards PMP certification
Experience in Agile Lean Methodologies is an asset
Minimum of 13 years industry experience with good understanding of insurance products and systems
Good relationship skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization
Ability to think strategically
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
Project management and project planning experience with understanding of current project management methodologies
Strong understanding of process and process improvement methodology
Superb organizational skills
Experience in Conflict Management
Whats in it for you:
A healthy worklife balance with employee wellness top of mind
Annual bonus program annual vacation allowance and companypaid benefits program
An additional paid volunteer day each year so you can spend time giving back to the community
Immediate enrollment in the companys pension program with employer matching
Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
Tuition support and specialized program assistance
A company subsidized cafeteria with a variety of daily options
Discounts on company products and services and access to exclusive employee perks
Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration
As part of the recruitment/offer process you will be required to:
Provide two professional references (minimum one supervisor and above)
This role is open due to an existing vacancy.
To learn more about Equitable we encourage you to explore our organization.
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Other details
- Job FamilyProject Managers
- Pay TypeSalary
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
