Posted: June 27, 2026
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Scotiabank is hiring a Director, Program Management in Toronto, Ontario, to lead a significant large-scale program within the Enterprise Delivery Office. This role involves the end-to-end management of program objectives, execution, and risk mitigation, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects within a dynamic technology environment. Key requirements include a minimum of 10 years of project management experience in banking or digital business technology, strong leadership skills, and PMP certification.
As a Director, Program Management at Scotiabank, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the VP, Delivery & Portfolio Management, overseeing a large-scale program crucial to ScotiaTech’s strategic goals and broader business objectives. Your accountability spans the day-to-day management of the entire program lifecycle, from defining objectives and execution strategies to robust risk mitigation and effective issue escalation. This position requires a leader who can implement new ways of working and operating models, ensuring the successful delivery of projects within established timelines and budget constraints. You will provide strategic direction to cross-functional teams, collaborating with senior leaders to define the strategic roadmap of initiatives and identify potential risks and opportunities within the technology environment.
Effective communication is paramount, as you will consistently interact with both business and technology clients to manage project expectations and deliverables. A core aspect of this role involves implementing robust project management methodologies to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, driving decision-making and accountability across various executive forums. You will build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring transparency throughout project lifecycles. Working within an agile delivery environment, you will champion maturity in Agile practices, collaborating closely with product, engineering, and business partners. Furthermore, you will manage project budgets, resource allocation, and vendor relationships to optimise project outcomes, while also fostering a culture of continuous improvement and talent development for project management professionals within your team. This includes creating a high-performance environment that attracts, retains, and motivates talent, aligning with Scotiabank’s values and risk culture.
To succeed in this Director, Program Management role, you will possess a Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Project Management, or equivalent experience, with an MBA or PMP certification being a significant asset. A strong project management background is essential, encompassing experience in both Agile and waterfall programs, with a proven ability to optimise cross-team workflows for velocity and quality. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of project management experience, demonstrating a track record of successfully managing complex technology transformation initiatives within the banking or digital business sector. Hands-on experience in an agile delivery environment is crucial, with exposure to business agility being a plus.
You must exhibit proven ability to navigate ambiguity, drive strategic change, and effectively influence senior stakeholders across the organisation. Strong leadership skills are required to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams at all levels. Experience with Enterprise Delivery Frameworks, coupled with a PMP or equivalent certification, is expected. Prior experience as a Project Manager at a Canadian bank is highly valued. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills are critical for success in this dynamic environment. Furthermore, strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, proven experience in strategic planning and portfolio management, and knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in the financial industry are all key attributes. The ideal candidate will possess a results-driven mindset with a focus on delivering tangible business outcomes and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. This includes 12+ years leading large-scale business/technology programs, 10+ years establishing and championing program governance, PMO practices, or agile delivery frameworks, and 7+ years managing and developing high-performing teams.
