Senior Project Manager

Location: Toronto (Hybrid – 4 Days in Office) | Practice Area: Wealth & Asset Management | Type: Permanent

Lead a high-impact transformation shaping the future of capital markets technology.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to support a major modernization transformation for our Capital Markets client. You will lead the Business Case phase of a complex, multi-year initiative, overseeing Current State Refresh, Detailed Requirements, High-Level Design, Conversion Strategy, and Data Modelling. This role requires someone who can guide teams through ambiguity, establish structure, and drive delivery excellence to prepare for the subsequent execution phase.

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of the Business Case phase, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and workstreams

• Lead Current State Refresh, Detailed Requirements gathering, and High-Level Design activities

• Define and manage the Conversion Strategy and Data Modelling approach for modernization

• Establish delivery governance, RAID management, project reporting, and scope control

• Partner closely with technology and business teams to enable a smooth transition into the execution phase

• Proven experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within capital markets

• Strong expertise in requirements definition, solution design leadership, and complex stakeholder management

• Ability to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to ambiguous and evolving environments

• Experience with data-heavy programmes involving data modelling, migration, or conversion

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style that builds trust and drives accountability

• Experience working on modernization or platform refresh initiatives within trading, clearing, or post-trade

• Background in consulting or leading multi-disciplinary delivery teams

• Familiarity with target operating model design and business case development

• Understanding of enterprise data architecture principles

• Exposure to both agile and hybrid delivery approaches

• Deliver high-impact transformation for Tier 1 financial institutions

• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Comprehensive health, life, and disability coverage — 100% company-paid from Day 1

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with optional employer matching

• Virtual health care for you and your dependents

• Company-paid Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

• Enhanced parental leave top-up available from Day 1

• New parent gift to celebrate your growing family

• Wellness support through fitness reimbursement

• Business Coach from Day 1 for personalized, ongoing career development

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.