IT Portfolio Specialist

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About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Portfolio Specialist to join our IT Portfolio Team.

This role is critical to ensuring the efficient management and execution of our IT projects. The successful candidate will provide strategic support to the team, helping to optimize processes and deliver on key initiatives.

What You'll Do Here

• Collaborate with IT stakeholders to prioritize and manage an array of IT initiatives.
• Contribute to the IT budget cycle, including planning, forecasting, and monitoring of expenditures.
• Track and report on project progress, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Analyze portfolio performance and provide insights for optimization and risk management.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to enhance delivery and reporting.
• Support the CBA (Cost benefits analysis) for various initiatives on a multiyear period.
• Create and deliver executive presentations, including dashboards that provide clear visibility into project status and metrics.
• Review and analyze resource allocation aligns with project demands and deadlines.
• Lead stakeholder communication and governance activities, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Develop and maintain portfolio management frameworks, methodologies, and tools.
• Promote and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within the portfolio management space.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in IT project management, portfolio management, or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and portfolio management tools.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functional teams and manage large-scale projects.
• Experience in financial analysis and IT budget management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Certification in PMP, PgMP, or similar is highly desirable.
  
  

What We Offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working Here Means You'll Be Empowered To Be And Do Your Best Every Day. Here Is Some Of What You Can Expect As a Permanent Member Of Our Team

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.