EY Business Transformation Architecture-Senior Manager 

Canada, Ontario, Toronto 

596661511

The Role & Responsibilities

As a senior manager, you will advise clients and team with professionals in client information, data and technology, and / or strategic alliances with third parties to achieve strategic transformations and digital implementations. You will lead the delivery of client engagements, build client relationships and lead team development. This will include generating new business opportunities by developing ideas and solutions to present to internal and external clients. The breadth of client engagements and new business opportunities span across the wealth and asset management, retail and commercial banking, insurance, and capital markets industries

Skills and attributes for success

• Agile, growth-oriented mindsets. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world. Experience in business development or delivering against financial targets in a service-oriented context is a plus.
• High-performance financial services leaders. A strong track record of management of large teams delivering strategic technology-enabled transformations and major digital implementations. Demonstrated team leadership experience in complex contexts, in addition to project management, advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Great communicators. Communication is key — we strive to bring our best interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, whether we’re writing an e-mail, building a proposal, drafting an architecture diagram, or delivering a keynote speech. It is required to be bilingual (French/ English) to work in the Montreal office.
• Curiosity and purpose. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world, and who are committed to integrity in every environment.
• Integrity and inclusivity. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Architect and lead client projects that encompass FS lines of business strategies (e.g., Retail Banking, Wealth & Asset Management, Commercial Banking), operational enhancements, digital journeys, and compliance with industry regulations.
• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Deep knowledge of various aspects of the value chain such as Sales & Distribution, Product, Operations, Risk & Compliance, etc.
• Propel EY's thought leadership and advance our financial services solutions via the creation of innovative frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Ensure you're at the industry's forefront by keeping a pulse on market trends, legislative adjustments, and technological breakthroughs influencing financial services industry.
• Nurture a culture of high performance by mentoring and directing team members, steering their career growth and advancement.
• Lead and manage complex client engagements related to strategy, operational effectiveness, client experience, digital transformation, and regulatory compliance.
• Continuous knowledge dedication on the industry's forefront by keeping a pulse on market tendencies, legislative adjustments, and technological breakthroughs influencing the wealth management domain.
• Possess an appetite for learning. We’re looking for individuals with relevant experience or education in financial services, business, technology or other related fields. Typically, successful candidates have 8+ years of experience delivering projects through strategy, design, build, test, and delivery.
• Showcase excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior-level stakeholders.
• Understand at least one and/or many lines of business (e.g., Wealth Management) across Front, Middle and Back office functional capabilities and associated data & technology ecosystem, including leading application stacks.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, MS, JD, etc.) or relevant professional certifications (CFA, CPA, PMP, etc.) preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in financial services or consulting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Expertise in financial services operations, technology systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Willingness to travel, as required by client assignments
• Ideally bilingual (English and French)

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you