Job Description

Permanent Full Time
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As part of our growing Workplace Benefits Reporting (WBR) data team, we are looking for an Analyst who will play a critical role in managing and optimizing our Power BI environment, supporting data governance initiatives, and assisting with data analytics projects and BAU activities. This role requires someone who is comfortable working hands-on with data, understands its sensitivity, and can adapt to a variety of tasks-from technical administration to meeting coordination etc. This role is located in Toronto, Ontario.
What you will do
Power BI Administration

• Manage Power BI workspaces, datasets, and user access permissions
• Monitor capacity usage, identify performance spikes, and collaborate with developers to optimize reports
• Implement governance for Power BI reports, certify datasets, and ensure scalability and security
• Configure gateways and security roles as needed

Data Governance Support

• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and standards
• Perform data tagging and classification within the Connected Data Platform (CDP)
• Understand data sensitivity and privacy requirements (e.g., PII handling)

Data Analytics & BAU Support

• Develop a strong understanding of data sources and extraction processes
• Assist with data preparation for analytics projects and recurring reporting needs
• Support leaders with ad-hoc data requests, presentations (PowerPoint), and meeting coordination
• Be prepared to work hands-on with data-cleaning, organizing, and validating as needed

What you will bring
Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in Power BI administration (workspace management, gateway configuration, security roles)
• Strong understanding of Power BI architecture and performance optimization
• SQL for data querying and extraction.

Data Governance Knowledge:

• Familiarity with data governance frameworks (data quality, metadata management, data classification)
• Experience with data tagging and cataloging tools
• Knowledge of data privacy and compliance standards (e.g., handling PII)

Additional Skills:

• 2+ years in Power BI administration or similar BI platform management
• Exposure to enterprise data governance programs
• Experience in monitoring and optimizing BI performance at scale
• Familiarity with data extraction and preparation for analytics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with developers and governance teams
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and presentations
• Experience with Azure Data Services (Data Factory, Synapse) considered an asset
• Familiarity with enterprise data catalog tools considered an asset
• Reliability Status Security Clearance - this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment. This is a personal security status that is required as a condition of employment before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the

website. The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.
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The base salary for this position is between $58,600 - $97,700 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!
Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.
Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
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Requisition ID: 4826
Category: Digital Technology
Location:
Toronto, ON, CA
Date: Dec 4, 2025
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