Manager, Financial Services Group

About The Role
Continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for a
Manager
to join our
Financial Services Group
.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate, build and succeed as part of a team of high performing professionals. You will have the ability to share challenges and rewards that come from working with a dynamic group of entrepreneurial thinkers who come from diverse backgrounds and fields of specialty with a passion for growing businesses - both ours and our clients'.

Our Managers demonstrate a high level of technical, industry knowledge and skills, specifically in the areas of Project Management within Banking and Financial Services.

If you are ambitious, enthusiastic and adaptable with the ability to solve complex business problems in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. You will bring solid working experience and an in-depth understanding of the processes within Banking and Financial Services industry. You are confident and have the ability to wear multiple hats and adapt to changing needs and working environments while working independently and within a team.

About Us
Optimus SBR is a leading management consulting firm and an award-winning workplace. Recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the Best Workplaces in Professional Services 2024, and by Waterstone Human Capital as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we help organizations get done what isn't.

Our team of committed consultants swiftly takes action to deliver innovative and impactful results. We are the largest independently owned Canadian management-consulting firm – a place where people and culture come first. Our market positioning is based on attracting the best people who are insatiably curious, entrepreneurial thinkers, hard-working, and bold.

Culture is Everything. Period.
That's why we've been consistently rated one of the best places to work in North America – and are one of the fastest-growing. As a firm built on culture, we value our people and their growth. Each of us embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and has something unique to contribute. From employee-championed committees to celebratory events and learning paths, we cultivate a positive and engaging work environment.

What's in It for You?

• Growth Opportunities: Build your career through challenging, impactful projects and continuous learning
• Diverse Workplace: Collaborate with professionals from unique backgrounds, fostering innovation
• Flexibility & Autonomy: Enjoy the freedom to take ownership of your work and drive meaningful results
• Leadership Development: Develop your skills through mentorship and career-progression opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Lead, participate and oversee overall project management through planning and administration which includes building and overseeing progress reports, client briefings, program plans, communications, client briefings, presentations, deliverables and reporting
• Lead project teams, project timelines and deliverables
• Participate in change management activities including current-state and future-state process mapping, standard operating procedure changes, and training
• Ability to identify project issues and risks and prepare mitigation plans
• Ability to develop, manage, and execute end-to-end solutions to clients' needs and requirements
• Oversee assigned work related to project deliverables and deliver on time and manage project budget
• Provide day-to-day direction, coaching and mentoring project teams. You will also be responsible for career management, professional development, and supporting employees through Optimus SBR's Career Development Program (CDP)
• Review and edit requirements, specifications, business processes and recommendations related to proposed solutions
• Participate in proposals development and other sales support, including identifying and assisting in selling extensions to clients, managing change order process and building and maintaining business relationship
• Contribute to the life and culture of Optimus SBR

Qualifications:

• 7-10 years relevant working experience
• Previous banking and financial services experience, is required
• Prior consulting experience, including business development experience is considered a strong asset
• Experience in leading enterprise wide (Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, Wealth, etc.) product and pricing projects
• Experience in managing projects for multi-national Financial Institutions considered a strong asset
• Experience in leading digitization projects
• Experience in scoping and managing enterprise-wide change initiatives
• Experience managing teams
• Strong project management skills
• Strong people skills with an ability to lead, motivate, coach and mentor
• Excellent facilitation skills and ability to sell ideas and recommendation to various stakeholders including C-Level Executives
• Self directed, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Highly developed writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Results-oriented individual with the ability to meet aggressive timelines
• Innovative and dynamic. Brings an entrepreneurial spirit to our business
• Strong work ethic and someone who is energetic, enthusiastic and committed to developing their career
• Required Education: Related University Degree
• Preferred Education: Post-Graduate degree, MBA, PMP, CMC, CPA, CFA or other relevant designations; or equivalent experience

So, what's next?
At Optimus SBR, we're all about creating a space where everyone belongs and can thrive. We're committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming people from all backgrounds. We're proud to back missions like the BlackNorth Initiative to drive real change. Let's build something meaningful together, where your voice matters and fearless ideas can shine.

Accommodation
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations to remove barriers and fully participate in the interview process—such as accessible meeting rooms or captioning for virtual interviews—please let us know. Your needs will be met with respect and confidentiality. We look forward to connecting with you

Submit your application with your resume today While we appreciate all applications, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.