Project Manager - Learning & Development

On behalf of our client in the Banking Sector, PROCOM is looking for a Project Manager - Learning & Development.
Project Manager - Learning & Development –

• Understand the learning development and delivery processes specific to bank that deliver various learning formats including virtual classroom, eLearning, webinars, self-led materials and workshops of learning and development programs
• Support the vendor engagement and onboarding process when third party learning partners are in scope
• In partnership with business-specific Talent & Learning Advisors and Learning Solutions Architects, lead the end-to-end planning and execution of mid complexity learning and development projects and programs which entail design, development and delivery of internal or outsourced enterprise-wide and business specific solutions
• Develop and implement effective stakeholder engagement and strategies leveraging key project management assets e.g., charters, project schedules, change requests to ensure tight governance control and risk management throughout the project/program
• Be an active member of the Learning Enablement team and share your subject matter expertise in project management, including knowledge of best practices and emerging trends; maintains best practices in areas of project framework methodologies

Project Manager - Learning & Development – Mandatory Skills

• Display agility and strong organizational skills, to demonstrate progress in a fast-paced environment
• Thorough understanding of the project management framework and how to effectively leverage project management assets (charters, project schedules, risk management plans, change management plans etc.) to establish clarity of vision and detailed execution plan throughout project life cycle
• PMP certification
• Ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders and build relationships effectively leveraging sound communication, negotiation, consensus building and influencing skills
• PMI or PMP certification
• Solutions-focused, "can-do" attitude to foster positive team morale and high engagement on projects
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment in alignment with changing business priorities
• 4+ years of experience in project management and/or program management, preferably in a learning or adult training environment
• Experience in leading learning specific projects - 4 years
• Highly developed critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven track record of delivering results and commitment to operational and service excellence
• Advanced MS Office (esp. MS Project)
• Sound understanding of how to translate business requirements and design a project delivery approach in collaboration with external vendors and internal delivery teams
• Familiarity/competency in team meeting facilitation in virtual environments leveraging collaboration tools like Adobe Connect, WebEx, MS Teams and SharePoint
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment in alignment with changing business priorities
• Solid competency in MS Office suite especially MS Project
• Strong client focus with an ability to listen and quickly learn about the various clients that the Learning function serves and become a trusted advisor on delivering learning projects successfully
• Ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders and build relationships
• Previous L&D Project Management experience - 4 years
• Experience supporting eLearning across multiple platforms (i.e., HTML 5 output that works on tablets, smartphone and desktop as one SCORM package) is a nice to have

Project Manager - Learning & Development – Preferred Skills

• Certified Scrum Master
• Agile Project Management desired
• Experience in the application of adult learning principles for various delivery methodologies
• Experience with eLearning tools and standards (i.e., SCORM, AICC, HTML 5)
• Demonstrate knowledge in the application of adult learning principles for various delivery methodologies is a nice to have
• Previous experience working in a financial institution
• Experience with industry development software like Articulate, Adobe Connect, etc.
• Experience supporting eLearning across multiple platforms (i.e., HTML 5 output that works on tablets
• Agile experience

Project Manager - Learning & Development - Assignment Start Date ASAP – 6 months to start
Project Manager - Learning & Development - Assignment Location Toronto, ON – Work Hybrid