Senior Manager, Business Transformation

Overview Who we are You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. We are a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and we remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is. As the Senior Manager, Business Transformation , you will join the Business Transformation team to lead initiatives at the forefront of shaping and building the future of our Firm. Your role will be pivotal in delivering transformation programs focused on growth and delivering an exceptional experience for our clients and colleagues. We are committed to reshaping the future of our industry and implementing innovative solutions that elevate the way we operate. We are seeking an outcome focused Senior Manager, Business Transformation to be a part of this exciting journey to execute on our Fuelled by Purpose strategy. Responsibilities Design and enable transformation priorities: operationalize transformation initiatives, align them with the Firm’s strategic vision, and define milestones and metrics to track progress and success. Enhancing processes and ways of working: implement and deliver high-impact programs focused on growth and improving the experience for clients and colleagues. Technology partnership and rollout: partner with Technology teams to deliver modernized technology solutions, evolve processes, and support successful adoption. Change management: work across stakeholders to drive adoption, integration, and reinforcement of change, inspiring colleagues to embrace new ways of working. Cross-functional collaboration: work with Senior Leadership, Business Units, Service Lines and National Leaders to understand the business, bring teams together, provide support, and deliver outcomes. Continuous improvement: monitor and optimize transformation strategies, processes, and technologies to drive ongoing innovation and excellence. Establish best practices: design robust frameworks for delivering business transformation initiatives. Exemplary leadership: foster a dynamic environment that champions productivity, creativity, and teamwork; manage and coach colleagues in a matrixed organization to achieve excellence. Execute additional duties as required with a visionary approach. Qualifications Over 7 years of progressive experience in business transformation, change management, process improvement, corporate strategy, operations, and/or consulting. Professional designations in business process improvement (e.g., Six Sigma), change management, human centered design, or a CPA are highly valued. Proven ability to engage, influence, and lead colleagues at all levels of the organization through transformative changes. Exceptional analytical and creative problem-solving skills. Deep experience in project management and change management at a strategic level. Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate strong cross-functional relationships. Superior written and oral communication skills, including proficiency in delivering formal presentations and training at all organizational levels. Post-secondary degree in business, economics, engineering, mathematics, philosophy, or related fields. Mastery of the Microsoft Office Suite. Assets: Experience working at a professional services firm; Experience with Microsoft D365. What’s in it for you? Profit sharing, flex days, RRSP contributions, firmwide holiday closure, wellness benefits, concierge-like benefits, work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more. Compensation reflects more than market data and considers your unique strengths, experiences, and impact. Salary ranges are reviewed annually and depend on factors such as background, skills, and internal equity. Current salary range for this role is $110,000–$151,300 in Toronto; ranges may differ based on location. Office model: teams are required to be in the office 4 days per week. Are you ready to Discover Your Purple? #J-18808-Ljbffr