Head of Enterprise Project Management Office (ePMO)

Montréal

Seeing beyond numbers™

At Laurentian Bank, we believe we can change banking for the better. Founded in Montreal in 1846, Laurentian Bank helps families, businesses and communities thrive. Today, we have over 2,800 employees working together as One Team, to provide a broad range of financial services and advice-based solutions for customers across Canada and the United States. We drive results by placing our customers first, making the better choice, acting courageously, and believing everyone belongs.

This role sits within Laurentian Bank.

Reporting to the Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, the Head of Enterprise Project Management Office (“ePMO”) plays a critical role in the success of the Bank’s transformation and the execution of the Strategic Plan. She/he is responsible to lead and oversee the successful execution of large-scale, cross-functional projects across the organization and to establish a sound project management governance and proper reporting that will ensure a constant alignment between strategy and execution and promote a culture of continuous improvement and effective value delivery (tracking measurable benefits and value).

Working closely with all LBC sectors, the incumbent will establish and govern an enterprise projects / initiatives road map that ensure strategic alignment, optimize resource and capital allocation (taking into account portfolio dependencies), maximize efficiency and value creation and prioritize risk management / regulatory requirements. She/he is also responsible for improving coordination between departments and ensures that resources are efficiently managed to boost the success rates for projects.

In this role, exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, collaboration, and communication skills will be crucial in ensuring the successful delivery of key projects that contribute to the growth and long-term success of the organization. The incumbent will have to pair strategy, business knowledge and risk management with execution excellence to drive sustainable and profitable transformational change.

Responsibilities:

Create the right level of oversight across projects in the ePMO organization and provide a portfolio-level view of all projects and programs.
Lead the overall success of the corporate projects roadmap: ensure efforts remain aligned with the objectives, priorities and strategies of the organization.
Oversees the impacts and interdependencies between programs working to ensure initiatives meet the goals and objectives of the organization.
Participate in appropriate senior level steering committee that ensures the appropriate level of governance on efforts.
Develop metrics that track key results: monitor cost, schedule, budget, risks and benefits realization (value delivery).
Ensure key work for areas including change management and communication are in place and regularly reviewed for effectiveness.
Develop processes that facilitate collaboration and alignment of priorities across the organization and that allows agility and pace into decision-making.
Provide timely updates on the overall portfolio of projects to the Executive Committee. Elevate decision-making requirements, business risks and roadblocks in time to address them and maintain or adapt the execution course.
Provide oversight of the governance model; lead the efforts to ensure strong management, adherence and oversight of the established initiative management methodology, and will be responsible for ensuring the organizational adherence and support of this methodology.
Set up and maintain communities of practice related to project management and project contribution, define optimal ways of working, develop a learning framework that will use across the organization and ensure learning are shared / communicated to ensure a culture of continuous improvement.
Bring a sound knowledge of industry best practices and adapts the project management methodology and framework to the reality of LBC to enable a successful execution.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with at least 10-15 years of progressive professional experience. Advanced education preferred.
Experience in Project/Program/Portfolio management required.
Professional Project Management Certification (PMP) or similar designation is required.
Strong experience leading diverse teams and be well versed in project and program management techniques and methodologies.
Demonstrates leadership in managing for high performance, attracting talent and communicating effectively to influence with impact.
Demonstrated experience in developing, analyzing and implementing solutions for ambiguous and unstructured problems.
In-depth knowledge of the industry and industry practices; comprehensive knowledge of technology and its role in solving business problems.
Excellent leadership competencies, with proven ability to lead people through change, proven strategic thinking and excellent ability to understand business issues quickly.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, stakeholder influencing abilities, strategic thinking, executive presence, business and financial acumen are key.
Bilingual (French/English) is an asset

What Laurentian Bank has to offer you:

The total compensation offered by Laurentian Bank encompasses a comprehensive range of benefits, highlighting our commitment to the well-being and success of our employees.

Here are some of the key points of our offering:

The actual annual base salary offered will take into account internal equity, skills, and experience among other factors.
Total compensation: Earn a comprehensive compensation package that includes annual reviews and performance-based bonuses.
Work model: We prioritize a hybrid work model based on business needs.
Stock purchase plan: Become not just an employee, but a Laurentian Bank shareholder. Employer matching takes your investment even further.
Time off: In addition to paid vacation, we provide floating days and leave options to accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.
Health and wellness: Take care of your health and well-being with access to healthcare professionals, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and a Stress Management and Well-Being Program.
Group insurance and pension: We offer a competitive insurance program based on your family’s needs and a defined contribution pension plan to help prepare for your future.
Financial benefits: As a Laurentian Bank employee, you’re also the best ambassador for our products and services. Take advantage of employee-only offers on a wide range of products. Enjoy exclusive deals and preferred rates on products and services including insurance, hotels, train tickets, spas and many more.

We are committed to creating a fulfilling professional environment where your skills are valued, and your well-being is a priority. Join us for a rewarding career at Laurentian Bank.

Inclusion and Accessibility

At Laurentian Bank, we believe everyone belongs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our customers and our communities and where everyone feels like they belong and can thrive. To this end, we encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous persons, racialized and persons with disabilities, marginalized genders and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

We strive to offer a flexible and accessible work experience that is inclusive of everyone. If at any time you need an accommodation, please let us know.

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