Director and Head, Portfolio Management
ScotiabankToronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted February 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas, guided by our purpose: 'for every future', we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services.
Job Description
The role of Director & Head, Portfolio Management involves delivering the program portfolio within a CIO pillar, ensuring alignment with Scotiabank's business strategy. The role requires a strong business acumen, leadership skills, and experience in managing large programs and projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Project Management, or equivalent experience
- Strong Project Management background with experience in both Agile and waterfall programs
- Minimum of 10 years of project/portfolio management experience
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex technology transformation in banking or digital business sector
- Hands-on experience in working in an agile delivery environment
- Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, drive strategic change, and influence senior stakeholders
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams at all levels of the organization
Benefits
- Competitive rewards package
- Performance bonus
- Company matching programs on pension and profit sharing
- Paid vacation
- Personal & sick days
- Medical, vision, and dental
