Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

In this role as Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master, you will independently manage projects of varying sizes to support the consistent and efficient management of data across RBC. Lead and oversee delivery activities to ensure strategic goals and objectives are accomplished within approved time frames, scope and budget. You will be highly effective as either a Project Manager or Scrum Master, to ensure on time, on budget delivery of business value, helping business stakeholders meet all benefit commitments and business outcomes as well as contribute to the continuous improvement of Chief Data Office (CDO) teams and capabilities.

What will you do?

Project Planning & Execution

Effectively manage project deliverables for CDO teams and capabilities; Including integration of vendor products and in-house applications; lead initiatives supporting new technologies and channels, new product implementation, regulatory change and business efficiency enhancementsDevelop and manage detailed schedules, identify early warning indicators, provide direction for early resolution of risks, issues and clear escalation path for program committees  Oversee financials and staffing levels to efficiently meet project delivery requirements and track value for effective decision-makingSatisfy multiple stakeholders in a very complex and demanding business and technology environment; Deliver business results on high-profile and business-critical assignmentsLead program management reporting for senior management/executivesResolve complex issues and conflicts, act as a point of escalation and promptly engage executives where requiredReview management artifacts(including but not limited to PMA, Business Case, Risk Assessments, PMF/AMF, etc.) and ensure the programs are structured for successIntegrate PMF and AMF artifacts used by external programs with the Business Agile artifacts used by CDO management without unnecessary duplication

Continuous Process Improvement

Support and enhance the CDO business agile approach of quarterly planning and delivery using Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)Act as a servant leader for delivery teams, while ensuring correct metrics are in place to capture performance and best practices are applied to foster continuous improvement

Enhance Relationships with Stakeholders

Provide superior client experience, strengthen relationship with business partners, sponsors and IT partnersFacilitate relationship with third party consultants to meet program deliverablesProvide senior management and executives with timely updates on progress and any program issuesLead by example to maximize employee performance and standards of excellence

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Post- Secondary education or equivalent, Finance, Business Administration or Computer Science7+ years of project management/scrum master experienceExperience managing large transformation programs involving cross-enterprise teams across multiple disciplines and of a business/functional unit significance   Experience working with Third Party Suppliers (experience working with and managing external suppliers, or having dealt with difficult situations)Working knowledge and experience of SDLC and Agile delivery methodologies and tools (Jira & Confluence)Experience with project plan development and management, estimation, scheduling methodology, project metrics, analysis, status reporting, and change managementExperience with MIS and PlanviewExcellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, facilitation and interpersonal skills.Solid understanding of product management to facilitate effective backlog prioritization and ensure alignment with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Nice-to-have

PMP/PgMP Certification, Scrum Master Certification (CSM, CSP or SAFe), PMI-ACPExperience reviewing artifacts, including code reviews(application and test automation scripts)Experience in collaborating with Product Managers to interpret data insights which supports continuous improvement in agile processes and the delivery of data-related solutions.Experience in Data Governance tools like Collibra, Informatica    

What’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 work

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Job Skills

Business Oriented, Communication, Group Problem Solving, Long Term Planning, Meeting Management, Organizational Change Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Time Management, Waterfall Model

Additional Job Details

Address:

BAY WELLINGTON TOWER, 181 BAY ST:TORONTO

City:

TORONTO

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-02-13

Application Deadline:

2025-02-28

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At 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.
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