Portfolio Manager - Office of the CTO

The opportunity

The Portfolio Manager, Office of the CTO, acts as a strategic and operational extension of the Office, ensuring priority initiatives move forward efficiently, consistently, and with the appropriate level of rigor. The role enables the Office of the CTO to move faster without sacrificing quality, judgment, or governance.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your key responsibilities

Drives Execution of CTO Priorities

• Orchestrates the day‑to‑day delivery of CTO‑sponsored initiatives.
• Translates high‑level direction into clear plans, milestones, and ownership.
• Tracks progress, manages dependencies, and resolves blockers.

Acts as a Trusted Proxy

• Represents the Office of the CTO in working sessions and follow‑ups.
• Exercises judgment on what can be handled independently vs. escalated.
• Maintains momentum and continuity across initiatives.

Ensures Quality, Consistency, and Validation

• Reviews outputs (decks, guidance, communications) for clarity, consistency, and quality.
• Reinforces validation and governance expectations—particularly for AI‑enabled or data‑driven work.
• Balances speed with defensibility and enterprise standards.

Aligns Stakeholders and Communicates Clearly

• Coordinates across business, technology, risk, and enablement teams.
• Synthesizes inputs into concise, executive‑ready updates.
• Keeps leadership focused on decisions and outcomes, not noise.

Anticipates Risks and What’s Next

• Identifies emerging risks, overlaps, or gaps across initiatives.
• Flags issues early and recommends adjustments to scope or sequencing.
• Provides forward‑looking insight to support decision‑making.

Types of Initiatives

Enterprise Technology & AI Enablement

• Adoption and scaling of AI and emerging technologies.
• Supporting guardrails, validation expectations, and responsible use.

Strategic Technology Programs

• Cross‑functional, CTO‑led initiatives tied to modernization and new capabilities.
• Programs requiring tight coordination and senior‑level alignment.

Governance and Operating Models

• Reinforcing standards, decision forums, and ways of working.
• Supporting steering committees and executive governance bodies.

Change and Adoption Initiatives

• Translating strategy into how teams work.
• Coordinating communications, enablement, and feedback loops.

Executive Readiness

• Preparing briefing materials, insights, and decision support.
• Ensuring leaders are informed, aligned, and not surprised.

Skills and attributes for success

• 5-8 years of progressive experience in a corporate, consulting, or professional services environment, with demonstrated responsibility for driving complex, cross‑functional initiatives end‑to‑end.
• Prior experience within a Big Four firm or large enterprise environment strongly preferred, particularly in roles supporting senior leadership or enterprise transformation programs.
• Proven experience supporting or delivering transformation initiatives (e.g., technology, digital, AI, operating model, or large‑scale change programs).
• Strong hands‑on experience translating executive‑level direction into structured plans, milestones, workstreams, and ownership models.
• Demonstrated ability to track progress, manage dependencies, surface risks early, and sustain momentum across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Experience operating with a high degree of autonomy, exercising judgment on when to act independently versus escalate.
• Experience preparing executive‑ready materials (e.g., decks, briefings, decision papers) with a high bar for clarity, consistency, and quality.

What we offer you

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Toronto: $75,600 to $113,400

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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