Open Systems Tech is looking for a Senior Project Manager for one of our financial services clients. This is a time sensitive opportunity, please apply ASAP.

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Mississauga - 3 days - Hybrid

Term: 6 months contract plus extension

Knowledge/Experience/Qualification:

• 10+ years experiences in a financial services firm in a role of Project Manager, Programme Manager, Product Manager.

• Experience of working under an Agile approach and responsible for setting up Jira

• Ideally have managed complex risk and/or CVA technology projects for a major Investment Bank

• Solid grounding in risk (any asset class), preferably including around OTC derivatives is preferred. Understanding Front Office data like trade, positions, netting sets, market data and the role of quantitative libraries and models on front office risk calculation is preferred.

• A working knowledge in various technologies (e.g., Python, MongoDB, Java, Restful API, cloud-based services). Hands-on experience of working directly with development teams. Hands on knowledge of Python, MongoDB queries are preferred. Aptitude to understand technology system flow architectures and engage IT partners for designing solution on business and regulatory projects

• Experience of delivering on projects in geographically diverse teams to effectively progress on cross asset and cross function projects

• Understanding of regulations enabling of basic understanding and review of business requirement and functional requirement documents

• Identifying key gaps in project plan and dependencies and ability to organize/facilitate conversation leading to an acceptable conclusion

• Understanding business impact through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes and industry. Distilling complex information and present in concise terms to enable senior decision making and direction.

• Working with junior project managers and product owners on detailed IT work plans, schedule

• Applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, experience coordinating with technology teams

• Educational Level: Bachelor’s Degree required.

• Exceptional candidates who do not meet these criteria, may be considered for the role, and provided they have relevant skills and experience