Job Title : Project Manager / Scrum Master

Location : Hybrid (3 days/week in office in downtown Toronto, Canada)

Contract : 6-month contract to start, with potential for extension

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Manager / Scrum Master to join the Commercial Banking line of business for one of Canada’s Top 5 banks. This is a hybrid role that combines traditional project management with Scrum Master responsibilities, supporting a dynamic team in delivering critical initiatives. The project focuses on enhancing self-serve and assisted workflows for commercial bank account opening , utilizing an iterative waterfall approach to develop and implement new functionality.

Responsibilities

• Project Management :
• Manage project scope, schedules, resources, financials, and risks.
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of project status reports, RAID logs, and related documentation.
• Utilize MS Project to track and manage project deliverables and timelines.
• Deliver on traditional project management disciplines with a strong attention to detail.
• Scrum Master Duties :
• Facilitate the adoption of Agile principles and best practices for a newly formed team.
• Manage a shared product backlog across multiple teams in a team-of-teams approach.
• Conduct standard Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Utilize JIRA and Confluence to support Agile practices and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in project management.
• 4–6 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with expertise in Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of both traditional project management and Agile frameworks.
• Proficiency in MS Project, JIRA, and Confluence.
• Certifications: PMP preferred, CSM required.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Consulting experience is a plus.

What You’ll Bring

• A results-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Proven experience standing up new teams and driving Agile transformation.
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills to support cross-functional teams effectively.
• Experience working in iterative waterfall and Agile environments.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-impact team within the Commercial Banking division of a leading Canadian bank. You’ll play a key role in driving critical initiatives, leveraging both your project management expertise and Agile leadership skills to deliver innovative solutions for commercial banking account opening workflows.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today.