About the role

Senior IT portfolio analyst optimizing project investments, governance, performance, and financial forecasting. Supporting Intact, a Canadian insurer, with Power BI insights and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

Manage the performance of the IT project portfolio
Oversee financial forecasting to align investments with organizational objectives
Support project prioritization through effective processes and tools
Maintain a portfolio risk and opportunity register
Ensure compliance with IT Project Management Office governance rules, processes, and procedures
Track and assess project and program performance against defined metrics
Identify areas for improvement and provide portfolio delivery insights through presentations, analyses, and performance indicators
Coordinate and support capacity management to enable project delivery
Perform financial analyses using actuals, forecasts, and budget data
Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement project and portfolio management best practices, standards, and methodologies
Promote cross-functional collaboration and communication
Facilitate training and ensure clear communication with Project Control Officers, Project Managers, Directors, and Senior Directors

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, business administration, finance, or equivalent education and experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in portfolio analysis, project management, or a similar role within IT projects
Strong expertise in Power BI, including creating dashboards and dynamic visualizations
Proven experience presenting portfolio status and performance to executive leadership
In-depth understanding of project portfolio management software and tools, including Clarity and JIRA
Strong analytical skills and ability to turn data into actionable insights
Demonstrated experience in financial management and budget forecasting for IT portfolios
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required to interact regularly with English-speaking colleagues across Canada
Must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout employment
No Canadian work experience required
Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters

Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine and Wellness account
Share plan and other savings: up to 12% of salary or more
Annual bonus target of 12%, with potential payout up to double the target, subject to personal and company performance
Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with Intact matching 50% of net shares
Defined benefit pension plan with opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life
Workplace adjustments and accommodations for people with disabilities