Senior Manager, Project Governance & Control

Posted:
8/28/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Toronto, Ontario, Canada ⋅ Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

Work Location:

Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

TD General

Pay Details:

We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

Job Description:

Reporting to the AVP, Infrastructure Business Management, the Senior Manager, Governance & Control ensures alignment between TDS and EPDE project methodologies, policies and standards by enabling, actively participating in and collaborating on various initiatives with the Enterprise Project Delivery Excellence (EPDE) team.  This position has a high level of direct interaction with Project teams (PDL/PDM/Business Owner/Technology Lead), Executive Sponsors, Finance, Risk and other delivery and control partners.  This position will require an individual who can "think outside of the box" in terms of developing, communicating, sharing, implementing and improving project methodology and governance processes, controls and tools.  Finally, the individual will offer guidance and support to the Project Delivery Community throughout TDS including Portfolio Directors and Practice Lead. The Senior Manager also oversee the alignment of TDS to ORM Change Governance Standard and related required compliance elements.

  • Perform end to end oversight and governance of TDS Change Portfolio

  • Review initiative documentation to ensure compliance with project objectives, benefits, budget and timelines

  • Assist in the management / facilitation of the weekly Change Risk Forum and monthly Initiative Investment Committee meetings

  • Support the management of the TDS Change Portfolio budget to ensure adherence to plan, pro-actively raising any issues

  • Work with teams in 1B Governance & Control, Risk Partners, ORM and the Business to support the adherence to Change Governance Standard

  • Contribute to team development by sharing knowledge and experiences, leveraging best practices

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in a combination of strategic planning and strategy development, large-scale change management and communications in support of business objectives.

  • Demonstrated good judgment in dealing with sensitive situations and providing counsel to executives and management.

  • Strategic thinker, with experience managing work effort and key messaging with broader organizational strategies in mind.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with the practices, procedures and principles of project, program and portfolio management

  • Understanding of Wholesale banking businesses an asset

  • Team player who excels at delivering high quality work under tight timelines while maintaining a positive attitude.

  • Excellent communication and time management skills, with a high energy level and proactive approach including strong anticipatory skills.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.

  • Proven ability to develop strong business relationships with internal partners and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Advanced facilitation, presentation and active listening skills and exceptional writing skills.

  • Flexible and adaptable – comfortable with ambiguity and a rapidly changing environment.

Additional Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience

  • Graduate degree would be an asset

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more
 

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.
 
Colleague Development 
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
 
Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process 
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

 
Accommodation 
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement:

N/A.