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Project Lead Development

Scotiabank

Toronto, ON

Project Lead Development

Scotiabank

Toronto, ON
 
Salary: Information not available
 

 

 

 

Requisition ID: 238031

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

 

As a Delivery Lead, you will act as the Scrum Master and Project Manager within an Agile environment.  You will ensure the successful delivery of software products within Canadian Digital Banking. You will lead and support an Agile scrum team (Product, Engineering, Design, Analytics) and ensure the Agile methodology and principles are executed effectively.  You will identify, escalate and remove release and team impediments.  As a Delivery Lead, you will also manage the budget, schedule, risks, issues, reporting and governance of projects.


Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

 

•    Manage complex projects with stakeholders that span multiple cross-functional teams.
•    Manage project schedule and budget.
•    Track and manage project risks, issues, action items and key decisions.
•    Ensure Agile methodology is effectively executed.
•    Mitigate risks and make sure the team is unblocked and can effectively complete their work.
•    Guide projects through the Scotiabank development management processes.
•    Provide stakeholder and executive communication, conflict resolution, negotiation and relationship building.
•    Provide regular, standardized reporting for 1) team performance: velocity, stories completed, 2) project status.
•    Work with the team to identify roadmap/feature dependencies and impediments. Accountable for tracking the dependencies and impediments and removing them to enable the team: surface, track, escalate.
•    Communicate with other teams to track and manage dependencies between teams.
•    Identify team conflict and partner with Development Managers and Agile Coaches to resolve and escalate to Leadership Team for support when necessary.
•    Drive and coach for continuous improvement.
•    Build and maintain solid, professional working relationships with peers within the project team and business lines.
•    Engage stakeholders (E.g. risk, legal, audit) as needed for consultation throughout the course of the project.
•    Coordinate compliance and readiness procedures (Ex. Operational Readiness) with associated teams (Ex. Release Engineering, Security, etc.).
•    Collaborate with the team to analyze and breakdown projects into smaller components for estimation.

 
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

 

•    5 years’ experience in managing and delivering complex software projects
•    Demonstrates strong knowledge of Agile methodology while delivering IT projects. Ideally has Certified Scrum master certification (CSM / PSM)
•    Expert knowledge and understanding of project management practices, disciplines, tools, and methodologies.
•    Strong problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills to rapidly assess problem situations.
•    Demonstrates creativity and adaptability when identifying solutions.
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to communicate on a broad spectrum (from deep technical discussions to high level executive vision)
•    Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and relationships management skills
•    Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives
•    Demonstrates proactivity and accountability.

 


What's in it for you?
 
•    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
•    Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. 
•    Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. 
•    Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days, and benefits will start on day one.
•    Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

 

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

rochelle.mendonca@scotiabank.com

 

Whenever possible, reach out to a named contact rather than a general inbox  - it helps ensure a quicker, more personalized response. If you hit a bounce-back, let us know at

employment.Emploi@cfmws.com

About Scotiabank

The Scotiabank Veterans Network (SVN) is committed to supporting veterans, reservists, and military spouses by recognizing and valuing their unique skills and experiences. As a military-friendly employer, Scotiabank actively promotes the integration of veterans into civilian careers by offering a wide range of employment opportunities across the Bank.  SVN plays a key role in this effort, leading initiatives such as a mentorship program designed to support both current and transitioning veterans.

The team was instrumental in driving recent enhancements to Scotiabank’s reservist leave policy and organized the inaugural Valour and Vision Expo in Q4 2024, where industry leaders pledged to support veterans entering the civilian workforce.  In February 2025, Scotiabank proudly served as the lead Banking Sponsor of the Invictus Games, an international multi-sport event that aids in the rehabilitation of wounded, injured, and ill service members—both active and retired.

Additionally, SVN hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including leadership symposiums and annual Remembrance Day ceremonies, to honor and support the military community.