The Senior Manager, Deposits leads the SAP deposit team, driving system design, requirements management, and delivery of banking solutions aligned with business needs. The role also focuses on team leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring high-quality project execution, post-production support, and continuous improvement Client Details Canadian financial institution Description What We're Looking For 5+ Years in managing core banking application teams 10+ years' experience in financial services industry (Retail banking domain) Expertise in application architecture related work (preferably within SAP Banking domain) Experience in leading SAP or core banking implementation projects. 5+ Years of experience in people management and leading teams. Strong knowledge in Agile-Scrum principles is essential. Certification in SAP FICO or SAP Banking is desired. Skilled in managing Software Product Development processes and design workshops. Deep knowledge of platform integration patterns and APIs, system integrations, development of architectural/high level designs within defined SAP architecture frameworks. Defect management experience for post-production support. Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills to technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to ideate with business stakeholders and present the solution options. Responsibilities: Guidance and Assistance with Technical Teams: Collaborate with business analysts, functional consultants, and developers to assess current technical capabilities. Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Encourage open communication and diverse perspectives to foster innovation and arrive at optimal solutions. Mitigate Downtime and High Priority Issues Implement rigorous quality reviews during design, development, and testing cycles. Ensure adherence to established design, process, and quality standards. Proactively identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions. Project Status Communication and Escalation Provide regular updates on project progress to the Project Manager or Director of Business Services. Escalate issues promptly to ensure timely resolution and maintain project momentum. Maintain transparency and integrity in all communications. Adherence to Processes and Standards Ensure team members follow the system development life cycle (SDLC), Agile-Scrum principles and project management methodologies. Promote accountability and continuous improvement. Building Strong Partnerships And Influencer Skills Meet regularly with leadership (VPs, directors, managers) to ensure alignment with corporate objectives. Build relationships at all levels, demonstrating empathy, respect, and influencer skills. Foster a collaborative environment that breaks down silos and encourages cross-functional teamwork. Support Annual Planning and Estimation Provide accurate estimates for project timelines and budgets during annual planning. Align project and product management initiatives with both existing and evolving corporate objectives. Technical Training and Knowledge Transfer Offer technical training to junior team members, ensuring knowledge transfer for complex business processes and system configurations. Utilize mentorship and coaching to develop talent and cultivate high performance. Coaching, Mentoring, and Performance Management Develop, coach and mentor a team of highly functional and technical staff. Provide regular feedback on performance and contributions, both periodically and during formal review periods. Contribute to annual objectives and development goals for team members and the IT Business Services group. Continuous Personal and Team Development Continually enhance your own skills and encourage team members to seek new areas for development. Discuss and implement process improvements, maintaining awareness of functional best practices. Partner with the user community and business leadership to anticipate and address future technology needs. Profile The successful candidate is a seasoned leader in SAP Banking with deep expertise in deposits, application architecture, and system integration within the financial services domain. They are a strong people manager and collaborator who can translate complex business needs into technical solutions, drive projects with Agile discipline, and build high-performing teams while influencing senior stakeholders. Job Offer Opportunity to lead a high-visibility SAP Banking function with strategic impact Ownership of major transformation initiatives in the deposits space Direct influence with senior stakeholders across business and IT Leadership of a skilled team with scope to shape culture and capability Career growth in a senior, enterprise-level financial services environment Competitive compensation, leadership exposure, and professional development opportunities

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