Portfolio Manager

We are seeking a Portfolio Manager for our client in the consulting sector. Portfolio Manager will be responsible for supporting specific portfolios in partnership with Business Relationship Managers. 

As a manager of the team – you will be responsible for:

• Elevating the team from “status and data reporting” to delivering “insights and direction” that drives change in the way the firm operates across organizational boundaries.
• Instill effective constraint management techniques and processes to collectively manage risks/issues, financial health, scope change management and resource allocation along with mentoring and coaching
• Developing, supporting, and driving the team’s strategy in alignment with broader strategic goals and direction
• Creating an environment that attracts, enables, and retains top candidates to the team.
• Standardizing and providing direction on critical portfolio management responsibilities and initiatives that add value.
• Actively reducing the number of transactions required to bring demands and requests to fruition.

Contract Duration: 6 months, with potential for extension
Location: Remote, with occasional on-site meetings in Toronto, Canada

Experience A university degree in business, information technology, or equivalent educational or professional experience and/or qualifications

A minimum of 5 years working on technology strategy, managing projects, business analysis and leading work streams focused on enabling a business strategy

At least 2 years’ experience in Portfolio Management and/or Project Management or related role (e.g., managing and prioritizing initiatives to implement business strategy)

Experience with initiating projects, project intake and project gating processes Experience collaborating with and influencing senior management, including C level executives The ability to work closely with both business and technical resources at all levels

Technical A broad understanding of technology at a generalist level Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word In-depth experience with ServiceNow Analytical experience with data tools (Power BI preferred)

Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A collaborator, motivated and innovative

Experience working within a matrix organization Strong influencing skills and effective consensus building skills Strong Project Management and Business Analysis skills Strong analytical, interpretive, and critical thinking skills

Proven track record with handling, analyzing, and managing complex and high volume of data

Ability to manage work under constantly changing conditions and tight deadlines

Ability to work closely with both business and technical resources at all levels