Project lead/Coordinator

Requisition ID: 267763 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. The Project Manager Level 7 is responsible for leading strategic initiatives with a strong focus on business case development, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with Agile methodologies and organizational goals. Is this role right for you? In this role, you will: Lead end-to-end project delivery, from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop and maintain comprehensive business cases, including financial analysis and ROI projections Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting, ensuring cost control and transparency Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and decision-making Apply Agile principles to manage project scope, timelines, and deliverables, promoting continuous improvement and team collaboration Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes Provide regular updates to senior leadership and contribute to strategic planning efforts Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification strongly preferred. Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in project management, including strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement Knowledge of HR transactions Demonstrated success in leading complex projects with significant business impact Strong experience in business case development and budget ownership Proven teamwork Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across functions. Experience applying Agile methodologies in large-scale environments Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Advanced financial and analytical capabilities. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence). Ability to manage ambiguity and drive results in a dynamic environment. Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus. 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.

The Project Manager leads end-to-end strategic initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives. They are responsible for managing budgets, financial reporting, and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 8–10 years of progressive project management experience and relevant certifications like PMP or PMI-ACP are strongly preferred.

• LeadershipPreferred
• JiraPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Financial analysisPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Budget Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Agile Methodologies
• Financial Analysis
• Business Case Development
• Risk Mitigation
• Leadership
• Communication
• Negotiation
• MS Project
• Jira
• Confluence
• Financial Reporting
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Influencing Skills
• Cost Control
• Atlassian Confluence
• Business Objectives
• Private Banking
• Agile Certification
• Effective Communication
• Project Delivery
• Agile Methodology
• Budgeting
• American Sign Language (ASL)
• JIRA
• Business Administration
• Commercial Banking
• Business Case
• Business Continuity Planning
• Capital Markets
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner
• Decision Making
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Document Formatting
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• Investment Banking
• Microsoft Project
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Wealth Management
• Technical Assistance
• Timelines
• Dealing With Ambiguity
• Mitigation
• Teamwork

• Management & Leadership
• Finance & Accounting
• Technology
• Consulting
• Lead Project Coordinator
• Project Coordinator
• Statistical, Mathematical and Related Associate Professionals
• Project Management Specialists

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week