IT Senior Portfolio Analyst

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About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical IT Senior Portfolio Analyst to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing the performance of our IT project portfolio and overseeing financial forecasts to ensure alignment with organizational goals and optimal project investments.

As a Senior Portfolio Analyst, you will collaborate closely with Portfolio Manager, PCO and other  stakeholders to support project prioritization, budgeting, and resource allocation to delivers maximum value. Your advanced analytical skills and proficiency with Power BI will empower you to provide actionable insights, optimize performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives throughout our IT project ecosystem.

What you'll do here: 

Portfolio Planning and Scheduling

• Oversee the IT project portfolio to optimize project investments and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

• Support project prioritization through effective processes and tools to enhance project and program selection.

Quality Control & Assurance

• Ensure compliance with governance rules and the application of processes and procedures established by the IT Business Office.

• Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and assess the performance of projects and programs against defined metrics, identifying areas for improvement.

• Provide insights on portfolio delivery through presentations, analysis, and performance indicators. Coordinate and assist with capacity management to support project delivery.

Budget and Cost Control

• Conduct financial analysis, leveraging actual, forecast, and budget data to provide valuable financial insights.

Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement best practices, standards, and methodologies for project and portfolio management.

• Promote cross-functional collaboration and communication, facilitating training and ensuring clear messaging across the organization to PCOs, PMs, Managers, and Directors.

What you bring to the table: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in portfolio analysis, project management, or a similar role in IT projects.

• Strong expertise in Power BI, including the ability to create dynamic dashboards and visualizations.

• Proven track record of presenting portfolio status and performance to executive leadership.

• Deep understanding of project management software (PPM) and tools, including Clarity, JIRA, etc.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to transform data into actionable insights.

• Demonstrated experience in financial management and budget forecasting for IT portfolios.

• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or similar is a plus.

• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

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