Senior Project Manager

Location: Montreal, Canada (CA)

Experience Level: Intermediate

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex, cross-functional initiatives in the Financial Crime Compliance domain. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Fraud Prevention, and regulatory compliance, with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects across multiple regions and technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for AML and Fraud-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders across Compliance, Risk, Technology, Operations, and Business units to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and risks across multiple geographies and time zones.
• Drive the implementation of technology solutions for transaction monitoring, case management, fraud detection, and regulatory reporting.
• Ensure effective communication and reporting to senior leadership and regulatory bodies as required.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and governance forums to ensure stakeholder alignment and timely decision-making.
• Monitor and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and escalation when necessary.
• Stay current with global regulatory developments in financial crime compliance and integrate best practices into project planning and execution.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s or PMP certification preferred).
• 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in financial crime compliance (AML, Fraud, Sanctions, etc.).
• Strong understanding of global AML and fraud regulatory frameworks (e.g., BSA/AML, FATF, OFAC, FinCEN).
• Experience managing projects involving data analytics, machine learning, or financial crime detection technologies.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-region projects with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, and Agile/Waterfall methodologies.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with financial crime platforms (e.g., Actimize, SAS, FICO, NICE, ACI).
• Knowledge of KYC/CDD processes and regulatory reporting systems.
• Multilingual capabilities or experience working in multicultural environments.
• Must speak French

Matrix Global Services is a leading multinational corporation that provides innovative and comprehensive solutions in technology, consulting, and outsourcing. With a history of over 30 years, Matrix has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses across various industries, consistently delivering exceptional results.

We're a network of firms in 10+ countries with over 13,000 people. At Matrix, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our ability to adapt to the ever-changing needs of our clients. Our team of highly skilled professionals is adept at understanding complex business challenges and tailoring solutions that drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Our wide range of services includes cutting-edge technology solution services, strategic consulting, digital transformation, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and managed services. Whether it's developing customized software applications, streamlining business processes, implementing robust IT infrastructure, or managing complex projects, our expertise and industry knowledge enable us to deliver value-added solutions that meet each client's unique requirements.

Come and join a winning team! You'll be challenged, have fun, and be a part of a highly respected organization! Matrix offers a competitive base salary and a complete benefit package. Benefits include medical, dental, 401K, STD, HSA, and PTO.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Matrix is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Matrix are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in our locations. Matrix will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Matrix encourages applicants of all ages.

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