Job Description

You will be working on a predefined hybrid schedule as part of Fidelitys dynamic working arrangement.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

At Fidelity weve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services and were constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means youll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. Youll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where youll feel valued and supported to be your best both personally and professionally.

Director Programs (Digital Transformation & Process Optimization)

• Please note that this role is at Toronto office.

How Youll Make an Impact:

Position Overview

The Director Programs (Digital Transformation & Process Optimization) is responsible for the oversight and delivery of programs within Fidelity Investments Canada ULC (FIC) including leading and managing the portfolio of initiatives managing the budget risk and timelines based on priorities for the program. In addition the incumbent is responsible for leading tracking reporting and presenting updates on the program deliverables.

Key Accountabilities

Program Management

• Responsible for program governance strategy oversight and meeting the objectives of the programs.
• Partner with the Steering Committee and leadership team members to set strategic direction for the team.
• Collaborate with business leads across Fidelity on the business strategy projects and deliverables including resourcing funding and prioritization
• Lead steering committee meetings working group meetings and other meetings as required
• Actively manage risks across the programs
• Provide program level reporting and updates to the steering committee and other stakeholders as required
• Build strong relationships with business and technology stakeholders.

Scrum Team Sponsor

• Partner with technology and business stakeholders to stand up scrum teams as required for the program.
• Provide strategic direction for the scrum teams supporting the programs ensuring alignment with the program goals and vision of the steering committee.
• Advocate for the scrum teams and support risk mitigation and removal of any roadblocks
• Monitor progress of the teams and report to the steering committees and/or other senior executives as required.
• Partner with the Agile Delivery Office to ensure proper governance reporting and support is in place for the scrum teams.

Relationship Management

• Collaborate with stakeholders across the company to understand business needs and partner to drive solutions.
• Build effective working relationships with stakeholders to gain support and drive change across various divisions.
• Collaborate with business partners executive sponsors and project teams.
• Manage vendor and client relationships as required.
• Prepare effective portfolio communications and presentations for various audiences including senior executives

People Management

• Set strategic direction for the team.
• Manage a team of individuals who support the program in addition to providing oversight for delivery of initiatives managed by leaders under different reporting lines.
• Assign project responsibilities across the team clearly defining deliverables and performance expectations.
• Manage performance and development of the team including partnering with the team on development opportunities.
• Conduct regular oneonones formal and informal coaching.
• Responsible for working with the team to create accountability to achieve and exceed performance metrics and goals.
• Successfully execute end to end yearend performance review cycle.
• Work with HR Business Partners to develop talent management strategies to attract and retain talent.
• Drive employee engagement by supporting and promoting people programs and enabling Fidelitys culture.

What We Are Looking For:

Experience

• 510 years of project or program management experience with at least 2 years in program management.
• 2 years experience in people management strong leadership and team management abilities with a commitment to employee development reference with the job evaluation.
• Experience working in financial services.
• Experience working in an agile delivery environment.
• Proven track record of managing complex crossfunctional projects and or programs.
• Ability to thrive in a fastpaced and dynamic work environment.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a focus on datadriven decisionmaking.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Education:

• University degree (Bachelors Degree) or equivalent work experience.
• Project Management certifications (PMP or Agile) or equivalent experience.
• Completion of MBA would be considered as an asset.

Designations Licenses or Accreditations

• Completion of Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and/or IFIC certifications would be considered as an asset.

This is the right opportunity for you if you:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Effective influencing conflict resolution and change management skills.
• Leadership and management skills with a focus on developing a high performing team.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to summarize complex information into presentations for senior audiences.

Some of the ways well help you feel valued and supported as part of our team:

• Flexible working arrangements 100% remote hybrid and in office options
• Competitive total compensation including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day with 100% employerpaid premiums that include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy
• Parental leave topup to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks
• Up to $650 for home office equipment
• Generous time off policy including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Diversity and inclusion programs including an active network of Employee Resource Groups
• Extensive professional development opportunities including access to over 11000 training and development courses tuition reimbursement and monetary rewards for completing a required designation

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate peoplecentric culture and are proud to have been named one of Canadas Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin age disability family status protected veterans status Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legallyprotected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation please email us at .

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

Canadas Top 100 Employers
o Greater Torontos Top Employers
o Canadas Top FamilyFriendly Employers
o Canadas Top Employers for Young People

Great Place To Work Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Todays Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada

Human Resource Director (HRD) Best Place To Work
o HRD 5Star Benefit Program
o HRD 5Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations
Canadian Compassionate Companies Certified
Benefits Canadas Workplace Benefits Award Future of Work Strategy
TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
Canadian HR Reporters Most Innovative HR Team