FRIDA Data Management – Senior Manager Program Delivery, GFT

Job title:

FRIDA Data Management – Senior Manager Program Delivery, GFT

Company

Royal Bank of Canada

Job description

Job SummaryJob DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?Are you a talented, creative, and results-driven professional who thrives on delivering high-performing applications? Come join us!Global Functions Technology (GFT) is part of RBC’s Technology and Operations division. GFT’s impact is far-reaching as we collaborate with partners from across the company to deliver innovative and transformative IT solutions. Our clients represent Risk, Finance, HR, CAO, Audit, Legal, Compliance, Financial Crime, Capital Markets, Personal and Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. We also lead the development of digital tools and platforms to enhance collaboration.We believe that innovation should drive all that we do, in challenging assumptions and being big and bold with our ideas. We support our people in developing the technical, business and professional skills needed to be successful. You will work with partners from across the company, participate in networking events, and have access to a wide variety of supports including mentorship. You will work directly with leaders who believe in celebrating successes and sharing learnings with other teams to promote progress.FRIDA Data Management group provides the Strategic Data Management Solution that delivers a centralized data store providing One Version of the Truth for data for Finance and Risk. As an Approved Provisioning Point, FRIDA Core eliminates data duplication, reducing data collection and remediation costs. FRIDA Core is built on a modern technology stack, that can seamlessly grow with RBC’s data demands.FRIDA Data Management- Senior Program Delivery Manager is responsible for Delivery of multiple Projects across Finance IT Data Delivery platform. Leads and manage team of Project/Program managers. Leading from the front executes planning, delivery and implementation of programs, projects and deliverable in an Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, and iterative environment. Reporting to the Director and supporting the business and IT senior leadership team by managing critical sub-programs. Designs, implements, and maintains organizational programs in support of corporate strategy. Applies extensive, in-depth knowledge, skills, and practices to perform complex assignments.What will you do?Own, lead, manage project/program delivery function for Finance IT Data delivery services group.Deliver initiatives using appropriate methods, including Agile and Iterative WaterfallEnsure business goals and objectives are accomplished within approved time frames, scope and budgetChampion strong program governance and execution assurance processes, integrating project plans at a program level, refining as required and managing outcomes in line with the business objectivesCommunicate cross functionally, ensuring transparency of progress and outcomes. Report team progress and accomplishment up and across. Facilitate status updates (including project financials and running concurrent Agile/IWF projects in a fast-paced work environment), product demos and retrospectivesRemove impediments to deliver outcomes and results through proactive management of external dependencies, critical thinking/problem solving, and development of new solutions or approaches to ongoing challengesContinuously seek to improve team performance by promoting joint accountability for results and solving productivity issues. Facilitate and engage in analytical and technical conversations across platforms and multiple levels of influenceDevelop and manage the detailed schedule, 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 tracks value for effective decision-makingCollaborate with internal and external partners (e.g. Vendors, RBC IT teams, Product)Build / present reporting for management level presentationsEnsure the completion of risk assessments and the identification & execution of contingency plansCoach the scrum team to apply appropriate processes to create successful products.Establish strong working relationships across technical/business units and platforms to build influence and impact with key business partners.Collaborate with groups to define and achieve deliverables and ensure initiatives are effectively integrated into RBC procedures and processesWhat do you need to succeed?Must-haveMinimum of 7-10 years of Agile Project Management and/or Senior-level Scrum Master experience which includes both waterfall and agile project on large transactional data processing environment.PMP Designation with Certified Scrum Master/Coach with advance proficiency in JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint and other Project Management tools and methodologiesAdvanced knowledge of Agile Project Management workflows (milestones, critical paths, product & sprint backlogs, work back schedules, release burndown)Proven ability to manage projects with third-party vendors and significant technology componentsAdvanced knowledge of the change management and risk management, working knowledge of Software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery methodologies/day-2-day ceremonies; Agile experience fostering team improvements through standard Agile processes and ceremonies.Proven ability to manage high visible projects with third party vendors and significant technology components along with having a strong executive presence and advanced communication, presentation and facilitation skillsNice-to-haveUndergraduate degree (preferred) – Preferably in Business, Technology or Financial ServicesPrevious experience working in Finance & Risk Data applications.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 applicable.Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impact.Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial services.Opportunities to do challenging work.#LI-Post#LI-Hybrid#LI-PKJob Skills Business Oriented, Communication, Decision Making, Long Term Planning, Organizational Change Management, Program Management, Resource Coordination, Results-Oriented, Team Management, Time ManagementAdditional Job DetailsAddress: RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOCity: TORONTOCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2024-09-10Application Deadline: 2024-09-30Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt 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.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective employees with different abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at .

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Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 06:07:13 GMT

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