Scotiabank

Delivery Lead

Scotiabank • $100K — $130K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of technology project management experience with software development releases on large cross-functional teams.
  • Strong knowledge of software development processes and Agile practices such as Scrum and Kanban.
  • Excellent communication skills for delivering presentations and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proficient in JIRA and Confluence for managing project workflows and documentation.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, IT, Business, or Economics; a Master's or relevant certifications like CFA is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire team members to achieve delivery goals and foster a motivating environment.
  • Identify and remove impediments to facilitate project progress and team effectiveness.
  • Facilitate agile ceremonies like daily scrums, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure smooth operations.
  • Track and report on team performance metrics such as velocity and completed stories to maintain clarity and alignment.
  • Collaborate with various teams including external vendors to ensure project milestones are met and maintain high quality in deliverables.

Benefits

  • Focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship, fostering a supportive workplace culture for all employees.
  • Commitment to accessibility and workplace accommodations to enhance inclusivity.
  • Opportunities for upskilling, including online courses and tuition assistance.
  • Comprehensive rewards program with flexible vacation and immediate access to benefits.
  • Community engagement initiatives to promote team bonding and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 263947

Global Wealth Management Technology is looking for a Delivery Lead, development who is energetic, results oriented with a strong technical background in software development, is passionate about Agile methodologies, has excellent communication, technical alignments, values continuous improvement highly and will coach to deliver the digital production for customers. The Delivery Lead will work with Wealth management teams to deliver business value to customers.

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

  • Possess strong leadership skills to inspire, motivate, and guide team members to achieving their delivery goals.
  • Have a strong business and technical background in the software development life cycle. Your background will help guide the team, solve technical challenges, and make informed decisions.
  • Work with a team to identify roadmap/feature dependencies and impediments. Being accountable for tracking the dependencies and impediments and removing them to enable the team: surface, track, escalate.
  • Facilitate discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution.
  • Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised and resolved.
  • Assist in the identification and mitigation of project risks before they become issues.
  • Identify and act on coaching opportunities at the individual and team level.
  • Conduct regular assessments of the team's Agile Maturity and use the results to guide them to improved performance.
  • Facilitate agile ceremonies (Daily Scrum, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, and Retrospective) and longer-term planning exercises (Release Planning, Release Train Planning).
  • Be an expert in estimating and planning.
  • Guide and participate with team to get to educated estimates with technical background and solution design experience.
  • Build useful, reliable, and practical plans for software development projects.
  • Coordinate operational readiness activities with associated teams (security, infrastructure, network, etc.).
  • Oversee and coordinate software release activities.
  • Actively participate and help in timely decision making in defining product backlog (working with Product Owner, Business Analyst); alignment to overall product architecture, and technical design (working with Architect and Tech Leads)
  • Effectively communicate with business functions, analysis, development, and quality assurance teams to align technology solutions with business needs.
  • Manage and drive delivery of external vendor dependencies to ensure project milestones are met.
  • Drive accountability across internal project team members, business functional areas, external project teams, and external vendors.
  • Have a keen attention to detail to enable collaboration with various teams to ensure high quality of systems being developed and deployed.
  • Propose solutions and alternatives to internal and external stakeholders to enable the most effective process and solution to be implemented.
  • Provide regular, standardized reporting for team performance: velocity, stories completed and project status.
  • Regularly communicate with other scrum teams to ensure tactical story alignment and identifies/tracks dependencies between the team.Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:


  • 7+ years of technology project management experience leading large cross-functional/cross-regional teams on major organizational projects primarily dealing with software development releases.
  • Excellent knowledge of software development processes and procedures to understand the team needs.
  • Excellent communication skills to deliver presentations at an executive and project team level.
  • Knowledge of Lean practices, eliminating waste, focusing on value delivery, small batch production, frequent delivery of working software, and adapting to change.
  • Understanding of Agile practices such as backlog grooming, Scrum and Kanban based delivery, task definition, story splitting, CI/CD, story pointing, etc.
  • Demonstrated high level of analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Working experience in JIRA/Confluence.
  • Hands-on experience leading release management activities for successful delivery of product launches.
  • Ability to contextualize the bigger picture across the business landscape to set a strategy and execute on that plan across projects and products.
  • Ability to drive the execution of deliverables across the team through strong time management, organization, and communication skills.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Information Technology, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is preferred. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA) is a plus.


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.
  • Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.
  • Community Engagement - we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!


Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

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.

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

Scotiabank Careers

Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Scotiabank, we’re not just filling positions; we’re cultivating leaders. Dive into a workplace where diversity training and leadership development shape the path to your future. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and continuous learning opportunities that foster innovation and strategic thinking.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Scotiabank has a spectrum of opportunities to fit your career ambitions. Our team is composed of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our company, driving us forward with their creativity and strategic insights.

Innovative Work Environment

Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

Benefits and Growth

Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Join Our Team

Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Scotiabank by searching our open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

Networking and Professional Development

Stay connected and advance your career through Scotiabank’s extensive networking opportunities. Participate in events that connect you with other professionals and leaders within the industry. Our career resources will help you prepare your resume, ace your interviews, and land the job that best suits your career goals.

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Learn more about Scotiabank
Size
90,619 employees
Market Cap
$57.5 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
5 Year Trend
+7%
NASDAQ
BNS
* Ladders Estimates

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