Job Description

Permanent Full Time




Reporting to the Manager, Operations Programs the Strategic Implementation Lead will play a pivotal role within Canada Operations on the planning and execution of strategic projects and initiatives. This individual will provide business guidance and expertise on integrating people, process, and technologies in support of meeting objectives and fully realizing results.



Success in the role includes demonstrating leadership and initiative, with highly developed communication, management, planning and facilitation skills.

What you will do

Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of projects with an expert approach to execution, governance, facilitation and documentation of critical project artifacts. Manage senior stakeholder relationships, partnering with management in the development of strategic and operational plans. Build collaborative relationships with project sponsors and all other stakeholders to drive alignment on key decisions, scope, resource requirements and risks or impacts to other work in-flight across the organization. Provide team leadership towards the achievement of strategic objectives, including feedback to people leaders on performance, development, resource assignment, etc.

What you will bring

5+ years of proven project delivery and stakeholder management experience, ideally within a financial institution. Strong project management tool-kit, ideally progressing towards certification in project management (e.g., CAPM, PMP). Motivation and drive to deliver while remaining organized and prioritizing multiple tasks and deadlines. A proactive approach to collaboration with business partners and stakeholders. Clear and confident communication, facilitation and influencing skills. An innovative, self-starter mindset that is accepting of and open to learning new ideas. Comfort with technology to enable engagement and discussion with technology partners and understand risks.

The base salary for this position is between

$63,500.00

- $117,400.00

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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