Learning & Development Project Manager

Robertson & Company Ltd. • Contract • Toronto, ON, CA • 2d ago

Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private clients, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.

Introduction:

Robertson is seeking a skilled Project Manager III to join our client in support of an existing vacancy.

Contract Period: 5 months with potential to extend or convert
Pay Rate: Starting from $66 per hour
Location: Toronto, ON
Location Type: Hybrid
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Job Responsibilities:

Develop an understanding of overall portfolio/program movement with individual lines of business and rationalize how the assigned projects fit with business priorities in the long term
Drive L&D processes to implement learning solutions in various formats including but not limited to in-person or virtual Instructor-led training (ILT), eLearning, webinars, self-directed learner pathways, and workshops
Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of medium-to-high complexity L&D projects, leveraging key project management tools to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
Support the vendor selection, engagement and onboarding process when third-party learning solutions are within scope
Develop and implement effective stakeholder engagement strategies
Build relationships and maintain regular communications with internal and external stakeholders
Report on project progress with project teams and business stakeholders at different levels
In partnership with L&D CoEs and business partners, support the development of a delivery strategy, change & launch communications plan, and maintenance plan
Ensure tight governance control and actively manage/resolve risks and issues
Conduct project retrospectives and act on lessons learned for continuous improvement
Stay current with emerging trends in project management inclusive of Agile and hybrid project practices and principles
Be an active member of the broader project management community by sharing subject matter expertise and learning to advance professional growth

Experience & Qualification Requirements:

Post secondary education required
7-10 years of project management experience
Prior L&D experience in performance consulting, design, development, facilitation,

and/or learning technologies is beneficial
Thorough understanding of project management frameworks and methodologies
PMP, Agile and/or Scrum certification
Practical knowledge in adult learning principles for various delivery methods
Proven track record of delivering results and commitment to operational and service

excellence
Strong client focus with ability to listen and quickly learn about various clients and

become a trusted advisor on delivery learning solutions successfully
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently with changing business

priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and build relationships effectively, leveraging

sound communication, negotiation, consensus-building and influencing skills
Ability to tailor communications to different stakeholders at different levels
Solutions-focused, "can-do" attitude to foster positive team morale and high engagement
Excel in translating business needs into learning requirements in collaboration with L&D

partners
Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Highly adaptable and flexible with ability to take initiative in a dynamic work environment
Proficiency in MS Office suite, especially MS Project
Competency in team meeting facilitation in virtual environments leveraging collaboration tools such as MS Teams and Webex
Experience with LMS and LXP is a bonus
Experience with eLearning tools and standards (e.g., SCORM, xAPI, HTML 5) and

development software (e.g., Articulate Storyline/Rice)
Strong organizational skills and communication skills

How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.

Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit, or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.

Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.

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