Job Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You\'ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you\'ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.:About the role:Sun Life Global Investments brings together the strength of Sun Life Financial with the best in asset management from around the world to offer a line-up of unique world class investment solutions.This position is part of the Strategy & Analytics business unit, which is accountable for the overall corporate strategy, business operating model, key initiatives portfolio, business intelligence, and Client Journey for SLGI. Reporting into the Director of Business Innovation, this role will assist with the implementation of business and technology initiatives aligned with SLGI\xe2\x80\x99s strategic objectives.The Business Consultant will be accountable for working with the sales organization to define and implement new business processes in support of the execution of business and technology initiatives. The role will also require the facilitation of meetings with both business and IT stakeholders to drive optimal solutions for the Individual business.What will you do?

• Consult with stakeholders across Individual Insurance & Wealth to identify functional needs and data requirements for business and technology projects
• Provide business technical expertise to drive forward and support the implementation of business and technology initiatives
• Assist with project activities from analysis and design through to testing, training, and deployment
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to resolve tool, technology, and data issues
• Work with IT to ensure that the business requirements are well understood and collaborate with IT for solution development
• Create Business Acceptance Testing Strategy and approve BAT plan
• Ensure solutions fulfill business partner requirements & expectations
• Assist with development of change management strategies including training, communication, and adoption plans

What you need to succeed?

• 4 to 5 years of experience implementing IT and business projects
• Problem solving skills through the ability to understand what the issue is, define the pros and cons and make pragmatic recommendations related to complex issues
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and meeting facilitation skills with a focus on driving results
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Superior verbal and written communication skills including the extensive use of Microsoft Office tools
• Positive attitude and a strong customer service orientation
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize wide range of tasks

Preferred skills:

• University degree or equivalent
• Experience with CRM solutions, specifically Salesforce.com
• Experience in both the insurance and wealth industries
• Experience in Agile project delivery
• Experience with analytics solutions

Unique requirements:

• Travel between Toronto and Waterloo offices may occasionally be required
• Ability to manage a flexible work schedule

What\'s in it for you?

• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
• Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health \xe2\x80\x93 mental, physical, and financial
• We\xe2\x80\x99re honoured to be recognized as a 2024 Best Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Canada
• Sun Life ranked one of the 2023 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World on the Corporate Knights\xe2\x80\x99 2023

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Salary Range: 76,000/76 000 - 125,000/125 000Job Category: Business Analysis - ProcessPosting End Date: 26/05/2024

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