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Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!

We are looking for a new IT Project Manager who will be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring IT projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.

We're passionate about enabling people to do their best work. We dream big and we're looking for people who do the same. With us, career milestones happen often and we celebrate every one. Come work with us and find out where your career will take you at Lightspeed!

What you’ll be responsible for

Manage the intake of new IT projects, including evaluating requests, prioritizing projects, and maintaining the project backlog.
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in partnership with stakeholders.
Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Lead and manage cross-functional project teams, assigning roles and responsibilities.
Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Proactively identify and mitigate potential project risks and issues.
Ensure projects are completed within scope, budget, and timeline, meeting quality standards and client expectations.
Maintain clear and open communication with stakeholders, providing regular project updates and reports.
Conduct project retrospectives to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
Facilitate team meetings with respective leads to build comprehensive project plans.
Identifying risks and including them in the project’s risk register
Contributing as part of the wider team to achieve organizational objectives even if this means doing things that aren’t strictly within the scope of your role.

What you’ll be bringing to the team

Bachelor's degree in Management, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT project management.
PMP, CAPM, or other relevant project management certifications are a plus.

Who you are

You are proficiency in project management software and tools.
You have strong organizational and time management skills.
You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
As a global company with employees and clients outside of Quebec, fluency in English as a working language is required for this position.

What is in for you

Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture and possibility of remote work
Development of very high traffic products, used at the global scale
Exposure to modern and proven technology
Opportunity to learn and expand your skill set
Tons of growth opportunities into technical or people management roles
Amazing benefits & perks, including equity for all Lightspeeders
Opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-growth company
Become a valued part of the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed family

What’s in it for you?

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture and the option of fully remote work
Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs every day
Opportunity to make a difference; help merchants grow their businesses and become more successful by creating or improving products and addressing customer feedback
Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact
Development of very high traffic products, used at the global scale
Opportunities to learn and expand your skill set
Become a valued part of the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed family

… and enjoy a range of benefits that’ll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry:

Lightspeed equity scheme (we are all owners)
Flexible paid time off policy
Extended Healthcare benefits
Health and wellness benefit of $500 per year
Paid leave and assistance for new parents
Mental health online platform and counseling & coaching services
Volunteer day

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To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Where to from here?
Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here.

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal’s gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.

Who we are:
Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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