Job Description

Permanent Full Time-We are looking for a Director, Strategy & Planning.Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London or Winnipeg.The Canada Strategy team is focused on strategy development and support for strategic initiatives across Canada Life. The team partners with the business to develop the go-forward strategy for Canada and takes an integrated view of portfolios to assess capabilities and organizational readiness. Working with leaders across the business, the Strategy and Planning team helps solve critical issues providing a central perspective on cross-cutting themes. The team also provides support for the annual Board strategy session and the financial budgeting process.Reporting to the Vice-President, Strategy, this role will be responsible for the following:What you will do:

• Canadian strategy development: Work closely with senior leadership and provide support to articulate the evolving go-forward strategy for the Canadian business. This includes sizing opportunities and required investments, identifying critical enabling initiatives and socializing the strategy with key stakeholders
• Business unit / function support: Collaborate with the business units and functional areas, supporting select strategic initiatives and ensuring alignment with the vision and strategy for the Canadian business
• Budget and planning support: Provide input on the annual budget, long-term financial plan and business plans for strategic initiatives
• To be effective in the role the Director will need to:

• Be an effective communicator, translating complex ideas and concepts into easily consumable materials for senior audiences (including the Board)
• Establish relationships with key management across Canada Life
• Have a firm understanding of the industry / external environmental factors

What you will bring:

• Business education (graduate or undergraduate degree) preferred; other comparable professional designations considered
• Strong business acumen, with demonstrated aptitude for strategic, analytical and critical thinking
• Excellent analytical skills, including financial analysis and research
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficient use of tools like PPT and Excel
• At least 5 years of progressive senior strategy experience
• Demonstrated leadership, influencing, and relationship building skills
• Experience partnering with business unit / operational leads to articulate and execute a strategy or strategic initiative
• Proven ability to ramp up quickly on new subjects

-The base salary for this position is between $89,800 - $166,300 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.#LI-HybridRequisition ID: 1855Category: Corporate FunctionsLocation:London, ON Toronto, ON Winnipeg, MBDate: Sep 23, 2024If you are not finding suitable opportunities now, please click below to join our talent community!

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