Job Description

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That's why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

Our Business Intelligence team empowers decision making using leading edge science and analytics. We champion a scientific culture through our passion for continuous learning, diversity and innovation. We strive to deliver a single version of truth, by providing our business partners with access to comprehensive data and valuable insights to help our organization achieve operational excellence.

As the Senior Manager of Research and Analytics Innovation you will lead a team in delivering initiatives that leverage advanced analytics techniques to resolve complex challenges in strategic projects. You will build collaborative relationships with business partners to deliver value to our organisation.

How you will create impact:

Creating plans and roadmaps for large data & analytics initiatives, following project management best practices and ensuring project deliverables are within the scope, budget, and established timelines.

Delivering and being accountable for the quality of data & analytics solutions to business partners and recommending optimal solutions.

Building and managing strong partnerships with internal business areas and external partners.

Coaching and developing your team, recruiting and selecting talent, managing and rewarding performance, and fostering an agile culture to deliver on strategic objectives.

How you will succeed:

You build trusting relationships and provide feedback to enable the successful development of your team and colleagues.

You foster innovation and continuous improvement with a focus on client experience.

You facilitate the adoption of change and create a high-performance culture through alignment of your team's work with organizational goals.

You successfully convey messages and demonstrate openness to exploring alternative points of view.

You use critical thinking to guide decision making and apply a strategic mindset to adjust business plans based on shifting priorities.

To join our team:

You have 7 years of experience in Business Intelligence, Actuarial Science or another field related to data & analytics.

You have a post-secondary degree in Math, Statistics, Actuarial, IT, Finance or a related discipline.

You have expert knowledge in data & analytics, actuarial concepts, statistics, and insurance underwriting and product functions.

What you need to know:

You will travel occasionally.

As a leader, strict confidentiality is required with respect to sensitive matters and employees' personal information.

You will be subject to a Criminal Record and Consumer History background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What's in it for you?

Training and development opportunities to grow your career with one of Canada's Best Employers.

Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.

A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.

Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.

A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, bonus, pension and benefits.