Project Coordinator (Temporary Contract)
Regular Employment
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
This is a temporary contract until December 2024 (with possibility of extension).
We are looking for a Project Coordinator who will be responsible for the successful implementation of new regulatory guidelines across third party management, operational resilience and operational risk management.
This role offers the unique opportunity to gain insights into the complexity of regulatory requirements across the Canadian business. In the role as Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, executing and driving the successful delivery of the project within the timeline. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills and the ability to manage complex projects across different functions.
About the Role:
As a Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
Develop and define project goals, scope and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
Lead and coordinate the project team to ensure project milestones are met and quality standards are upheld.
Preparing and documenting the programme governance and decision-making processes
Reporting the progress and escalating the progress and potential risks to the programme and its workstreams
Facilitating alignment and collaboration across the programme (including but not limited to: work-stream leads, subject matter experts, project steering board) and its stakeholders
Reviewing and ensuring quality and consistency in the programme deliverables and documentation
Using and maintaining the programme management tools and methodologies
Having oversight of the progress and quality of the program and ensuring that we deliver within the agreed timeframe
About the Team:
One of Branch Operations’ responsibilities is accountability to drive activities across the branch operating platform on behalf of the Chief Agent for the Canadian Branch, focusing on cross functional efforts. Branch Operations leads the implementation of regulatory guidelines, including building on, developing and operationalizing new or amendments to existing regulatory guidelines.
About You:
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, management, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in project or programme management, preferably in the insurance or financial services industry
• Strong knowledge and skills in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail, quality, and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and proactively, as well as in a team
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and environments
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice to recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, sexual orientations, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Decisions on employment are solely based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled.
During the recruitment process, reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. If contacted for an interview, please inform the Recruiter/HR Professional of the accommodation needed.
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