Our client, a leading Canadian financial institution, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a high-impact transformation initiative within their Trade Expense Management function. This is a strategic role focused on overseeing the delivery of a major Trade Exchange Transformation project, including the integration of a new IT vendor and implementation of advanced technology solutions to enhance trade expense and data management capabilities.
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The successful candidate will bring a strong background in project management, capital markets, vendor management, and transformation initiatives, with proven ability to deliver complex projects that combine both business process improvements and technology solutions.
Advantages
•Opportunity to work with a Big 5 Canadian Bank on a strategic, large-scale transformation project.
•Strategic ownership of the end-to-end project lifecycle, from vendor integration through implementation.
•Exposure to senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations, and Technology.
•A chance to lead a high-visibility initiative that directly impacts capital markets trade expense processes.
•Collaborative, fast-paced environment where leadership and innovation are valued.
Responsibilities
•Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Trade Exchange Transformation project.
•Act as the primary liaison with the new IT vendor, ensuring alignment on scope, quality, and timelines.
•Oversee the implementation of new data feeds and ensure seamless integration between vendor systems and internal infrastructure.
•Apply trade expense management expertise to guide requirements and ensure business needs are met.
•Manage stakeholder engagement, providing clear communication, risk mitigation strategies, and progress updates.
•Drive delivery of technology and business process change initiatives while maintaining compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
•8+ years of project management experience, preferably leading complex, enterprise-wide initiatives.
•3+ years of direct experience in capital markets.
•Strong track record in vendor management, particularly in IT partnership engagements.
•Proven experience with large-scale transformation projects (Trade Exchange Transformation experience is a strong asset).
•Solid understanding of data integration, technology deliverables, and IT project execution.
•Exceptional problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
•Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to bridge business and technology teams.
•Professional certifications such as PMP or equivalent are considered an asset.
Summary
This role is ideal for a seasoned Senior Project Manager with a deep understanding of capital markets and technology transformation projects. The successful candidate will be entrusted with leading a mission-critical Trade Expense Management initiative, overseeing vendor partnerships, data integration, and stakeholder collaboration. If you are a hands-on leader with excellent communication skills, a passion for transformation, and the ability to deliver under pressure, we encourage you to apply.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Our client, a leading Canadian financial institution, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a high-impact transformation initiative within their Trade Expense Management function. This is a strategic role focused on overseeing the delivery of a major Trade Exchange Transformation project, including the integration of a new IT vendor and implementation of advanced technology solutions to enhance trade expense and data management capabilities.
The successful candidate will bring a strong background in project management, capital markets, vendor management, and transformation initiatives, with proven ability to deliver complex projects that combine both business process improvements and technology solutions.
Advantages
•Opportunity to work with a Big 5 Canadian Bank on a strategic, large-scale transformation project.
•Strategic ownership of the end-to-end project lifecycle, from vendor integration through implementation.
•Exposure to senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations, and Technology.
•A chance to lead a high-visibility initiative that directly impacts capital markets trade expense processes.
•Collaborative, fast-paced environment where leadership and innovation are valued.
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Responsibilities
•Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Trade Exchange Transformation project.
•Act as the primary liaison with the new IT vendor, ensuring alignment on scope, quality, and timelines.
•Oversee the implementation of new data feeds and ensure seamless integration between vendor systems and internal infrastructure.
•Apply trade expense management expertise to guide requirements and ensure business needs are met.
•Manage stakeholder engagement, providing clear communication, risk mitigation strategies, and progress updates.
•Drive delivery of technology and business process change initiatives while maintaining compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
•8+ years of project management experience, preferably leading complex, enterprise-wide initiatives.
•3+ years of direct experience in capital markets.
•Strong track record in vendor management, particularly in IT partnership engagements.
•Proven experience with large-scale transformation projects (Trade Exchange Transformation experience is a strong asset).
•Solid understanding of data integration, technology deliverables, and IT project execution.
•Exceptional problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
•Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to bridge business and technology teams.
•Professional certifications such as PMP or equivalent are considered an asset.
Summary
This role is ideal for a seasoned Senior Project Manager with a deep understanding of capital markets and technology transformation projects. The successful candidate will be entrusted with leading a mission-critical Trade Expense Management initiative, overseeing vendor partnerships, data integration, and stakeholder collaboration. If you are a hands-on leader with excellent communication skills, a passion for transformation, and the ability to deliver under pressure, we encourage you to apply.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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