Job title: Project Analyst/Jr PM
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Banking
Expertise: Banking Operations Project Management
Location: Toronto, ON
Job published: 2022-06-17
Job ID: 58938

Job Description

 

SUMMARY OF DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Candidate will be Project Analyst/Jr PM
  • Will be assigned to different/multiple project.
  • Manages project schedule
  • Will work with Sr PM
  • Experience with Various reporting

 

CUSTOMER:

  • Conduct regular, ongoing analysis, evaluation / assessment and review current and future state business processes/ procedures within the assigned business area 
  • Gather required information and document/map current and future processes, provide input and recommendations to support process improvement 
  • Streamline and standardize procedures representing the process mitigate errors, reduce risk, providing consistency 
  • Build effective relationships with key business partners within the assigned portfolio 
  • Analyze the feasibility and impact of new initiatives, process improvements, technical solutions, and/or products/features 
  • Act as the process representative for a defined area on a variety of projects 
  • Support/lead the completion of low risk/impact projects/initiatives related to processes/ procedures within the business area 
  • Coordinate status reports, communication and deliverables for one or more projects 
  • May represent the business and provide coordination within the business, with external service providers and other areas within the bank, on operational processes/ projects 
  • Develop and maintain a high level of business knowledge and an understanding of project management principles and methodology 
  • Support the development of internal standards and procedures 
  • Support the development of communication, implementation and/or training plans to support implementation of projects and/or business initiatives 
  • May support training plans for new/improved processes/ procedures, including creation and deployment of communication circulars

 

SHAREHOLDER:

  • Prioritize and manage own workload to meet service level requirements for service and productivity 
  • Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriate 
  • Be knowledgeable of practices and procedures within own area of responsibility and keep abreast of emerging trends for own functional area 
  • Protect the interests of the organization identify and manage risks, and escalate non-standard, high risk transactions / activities as necessary 
  • Conduct reporting and / or meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices 
  • Monitor service, productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process/performance improvements where opportunities exist 
  • Acquire and apply expertise in the discipline, provide guidance, assistance and direction to others 
  • Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite 
  • On assigned projects/initiatives, use project/process management software / tools and applicable templates to prepare documentation, track, monitor and report information, and maintain database(s) as applicable 
  • May lead work streams by acting as a project lead / subject matter expert for small scale projects / initiatives in accordance with project management methodologies

 

Skills: 

  • Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.  
  • Basic ability to work independently and manage one s time.  
  • Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.  
  • Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.  
  • Basic knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.   
  • Education/Experience:  Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field. 
  • PMI or PMP certification preferred. 
  • 10+ years experience required."

 

MUST HAVE:

  • 4+ years of Project Analyst experience
  • Experience with Project Schedule
  • Excellent communication skills
  • 4+ years’ Experience with reporting
  • Managing raid logs
  • Meetings management

 

NICE TO HAVE:

  • MS Project
  • Excel VLOOKUP, pivot etc..
  • Prior banking experience
  • Familiar with agile
  • Previous AML/regulatory experience