Project Manager, Compliance PMO

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The Compliance Project Management Office (PMO) team in Enterprise Compliance is responsible for supporting strategy development, business planning, performance metrics and lead the management of material compliance projects - a priority given the evolution and profile of the Compliance function.

The Project Manager, Compliance PMO, Enterprise Compliance position is accountable for the project management of technology projects based on criteria that align with the vision of the Enterprise Compliance function. The position would support the project planning, communication updates and analysis for assigned projects and overall PMO governance activities. The role will also be a key contributor, and compliance representative on cross business unit, cross-function and cross-platform project initiatives.

**What will you do?**
- Manage all phases of Compliance and Technology projects from initiation to closure while leveraging Project Management best practice and standards
- Create and maintain Project Management Office tools, templates and procedures
- Assist in active management of the overall portfolio of projects and change requests
- Engage cross-functional teams, stakeholders and communicate project updates effectively to ensure buy in and project success
- Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary
- Create and maintain project deliverables and artifacts such as Project plan, Scope document, Project Charter, Communication plan, meeting minutes, RAID logs, etc.
- Analyze data and information from projects and generates insights and recommendations to inform future improvements
- Assist in the development of various PowerPoint presentations to the executive team
- Drive process improvements and tools, including developing dashboards and/or communication tools to inform cross-functional teams on progress, deliverables, and deadlines

**What do you need to succeed?**
- Exceptional project management capabilities with demonstrated experience managing dispersed and indirect resources
- Proven experience managing large, complex projects using Waterfall and Agile methodologies
- Experience with Project Portfolio Management and Governance activities such as creating and maintaining Project Management tools, templates, and reporting
- Direct experience in the execution of regulatory compliance or related projects in Financial Institutions
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize
- Ability to manage and track progress across multiple projects with competing timelines
- Good facilitation and influence skills to direct effective meetings for project teams
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to operate and succeed in an abstract and fast changing environment
- Calm and professional under difficult or changing circumstances
- Good understanding of the financial services industry and related regulatory regime
- Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance Management framework components and linkages
- Understanding of consequences of errors in judgement or decision making (which could place SL at risk or result in significant legal liability and harm to company reputation)

**Qualifications**
- Over 5 years of work experience, including 3 years of work experience, managing multiple and complex projects and timelines
- Professional certification(s) such as PMI-PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM or equivalent work experience
- Proficiency in Analytics tools (like Tableau, MS Excel macros), and the development of Power Point decks
- Post-secondary education

**What's in it for you?**
- Being a member of the Sun Life family, a group of people united by our Purpose: to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives
- A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
- The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
- An environment of continuous learning and improvement
- Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs
- Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
- Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security
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