PMO Lead

Why join the CanDeal Team?CanDeal Group is a leading provider of electronic marketplaces and data services for Canadian dollar fixed income securities and derivatives. CanDeal’s Markets Division, provides access to a deep pool of liquidity for Canadian government, agency, provincial and corporate bonds, as well as money market instruments and interest rate swaps. CanDeal Data & Analytics (DNA) delivers data and analytics products and other services that support business, trading and technology needs for participants in the Canadian capital markets.CanDeal Group is a growing and entrepreneurial organization with a solid foundation in the Canadian fixed income markets and an ownership group which includes: BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc., CIBC World Markets Inc., National Bank Financial Inc., RBC Dominion Securities Inc., Scotia Capital Inc., TD Securities Inc. and TMX Group.This is an exciting time to join a growing organization led by visionary leaders who are helping to shape their industry’s future.JOB PURPOSEReporting to the Head of PMO, the PMO Lead is responsible for all aspects of the operational activities in the PMO, working with the team, coordinating activities, managing PMO initiatives and providing support, education and training as needed. Role may also include leading small-scale projects or work packages.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee the Master Project Portfolio, capturing updates, monitoring progress against the plan and escalating issues or concerns immediatelyPerform resource availability management of project staff, including monitoring and analyzing resource assignments to ensure best use of resourcesPrepare and distribute portfolio reporting and metrics to senior executivesManage end to end process for new business initiativesConduct training on the process and templates published by the PMOProvide staff support to ensure standards are implemented across the organizationOngoing management of the PMO site, including repository of templatesIdentify and recommend opportunities to enhance productivity, effectiveness and operational efficiency through new processes, tools, automation, etc.Lead and deliver small scale projects or work packages, ensuring deliverables meet standards for quality, scope and scheduleWork on PMO initiatives including: the rollout of tools; development and rollout of key templates, processes and metricsFacilitate meetings with the business areas ensuring ongoing communication, assessment of opportunities for improvements and resolution of challenges or issues in a timely mannerQUALIFICATIONSEducation & ExperiencePost-Secondary degree2-4 years of experience in a project environment, preferably in financial servicesSolid experience with PMO best practices, tools and processesExperience managing small scale projects or work packagesKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of the project lifecycle and different methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.)Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, PPT, Word, Visio, Project, SharePoint/Teams)Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations skillsStrong interpersonal and relationship management skillsStrong organizational skillsStrong attention to detail and commitment to qualityConceptual thinker, creative thinker and analytical thinkerAbility to work successfully under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environmentAbility to learn new concepts and to learn from experienceKey Qualities for SuccessSelf-motivated, strong initiative and deadline-driven.Highly attentive to detail and committed to quality.Enthusiastic, service-oriented.DECISION MAKINGFormulate project plans for projects.Prioritize own workload in order to delivery quality results and meet timelines.If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to: careers@candeal.comPlease inform us if you require any accommodation during the hiring process.