Job Description

This is a hybrid role with a mix of remote and in-office working

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.  We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.  As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future. 

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What We Do

The Project Governance Office (PGO) manages the portfolio of projects for Fidelity Investments Canada (FIC), focusing on prioritization efforts in order to meet FIC’s regulatory obligations and strategic business development, and ensure adequate capacity planning for IT and Business resources. PGO applies Project Managers’ expertise to oversee and monitor projects in a fast paced environment from initiation to implementation and closeout, ensuring time to market timelines and disciplined adherence to projects’ business objectives, budget and risk controls. The PGO is also responsible for the Post Implementation Assessment and monitoring benefits realization of initiatives within the organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact

You will lead teams within a complex matrix environment to successfully complete projects in support of multiple business lines. You will work closely with FIC business units and external groups to plan, coordinate and run all aspects of a project life cycle from beginning to end. Projects may be small to medium in size; cross-functional in impact and are typically technical in nature. You will be accountable for planning and executing projects by:

• Prepare project charter and develop detailed project plans including detailed scope statements schedule and budget estimates and baselines, resource plans, quality plans and success criteria

• Establish project communications and monitoring and control mechanisms, in particular project change management approaches, to ensure the project's triple constraints (time, cost, performance: scope and quality) are well managed, and status and issues are reported to sponsors, executive sponsors, PGO and senior management on a timely basis

• Manage day to day project activities ensuring deliverables are met, risks are identified and assessed, and issues are resolved.

• Lead project team(s) in a matrix environment, clarifying roles and responsibilities, providing individual direction and feedback and ensuring required communication support is in place.

• Partner with the PGO to ensure portfolio, program and project management standards, processes and procedures are adhered to.

• Implement and utilize reporting and control mechanisms, and in particular project change management approaches, to ensure the project's triple constraints (time, cost, performance: scope and quality) are well led, and status and issues are reported to sponsors, executive sponsors and senior management on a timely basis.

• Ensure project post implementation reviews are planned and executed in compliance with Fidelity standards

• Work with vendors, industry firms and Fidelity business units to explore innovative business solutions with new technologies and alternative processes

What We’re Looking For

• University Degree / College or equivalent work experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience leading projects ideally in an information technology environment

• 2+ year experience in the financial services industry

• PMP certification is an asset

• Experience in handling technology projects with third parties is an asset

What You Will Bring

• Experience in handling complex business and technology projects, including work with 3rd party vendors

• Systems development methodologies, standards, tools and technique

• Project management and development methodologies, practices/standards, tools and techniques

• Microsoft desktop productivity applications, including MS Project

• Experience in the Mutual fund industry and systems (front and back end systems, registered funds, pensions, etc.) is an asset

• Experience with corporate technology systems (Corporate Finance, HR, Compliance) is an asset

• Ability to understand and communicate the broader picture to all stakeholders and demonstrate an understanding of stakeholder interests (both business and technical)

• Excellent communication, leadership, facilitation, negotiation, influence and customer relationship management skills

• Excellent time management and resource management skills

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

•    Canada's Top 100 Employers 
o    Greater Toronto's Top Employers 
o    Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers 
o    Canada's Top Employers for Young People 
  
•    Great Place To Work® Certified 
o    Best Workplaces for Inclusion 
o    Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness 
o    Best Workplaces for Today's Youth 
o    Best Workplaces for Women 
o    Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance 
o    Best Workplaces in Ontario 
o    Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams 

•    LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
  
•    Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work 
o    HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program 
o    HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer 

Designations
•    Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified 
•    Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy 
•    TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting 
•    Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team