Job Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, youxe2x80x99ll 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.:The TeamSun Life is a leading global financial services organization dedicated to helping Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As part of our Digital Business & Technology Solutions (DBTS) group, youxe2x80x99ll be at the forefront of Sun Lifexe2x80x99s exciting digital transformation, working with a diverse and talented team to drive innovation and excellence.The RoleAs a Strategy Consultant within the DBTS Strategy and Planning team, youxe2x80x99ll play a crucial role in providing analytical and operational support for various strategic initiatives. Youxe2x80x99ll work closely with senior team members to contribute to executive reporting, internal strategy development and enablement, and the execution of special projects.What will you do?The Strategy Consultant's main accountabilities include, but are not limited to:Executive reporting:

• Assist in the development and management of various executive reports such as a monthly operational report to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), and semi-annual overview reports
• Manage and maintain various reporting tools and platforms, including our teamxe2x80x99s central SharePoint, Excel workbooks for tracking dates and stakeholder tasks, and annual reporting performance surveys

Internal strategy development and enablement:

• Support key strategic initiatives within Sun Life's digital transformation programs by providing administrative and logistical support for workshops and meetings
• Apply strategic frameworks and problem-solving techniques to defined business problems under the guidance of senior team members
• Conduct primary and secondary research to monitor trends and help inform our strategies

Special projects:

• Manage day-to-day communications for special projects including newsletters, website updates, MS Teams announcements, and conducting regular surveys
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts across the organization to gather information and insights

What do you need to succeed?

• 2+ of experience relevant to the accountabilities listed above or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A post-secondary or equivalent degree with a focus in one of the following: Business, Communications, Economics, Engineering, Humanities, or Technology
• Experience with formal business communications and reporting for executive audiences
• Excellent Microsoft PowerPoint skills including an understanding of the presentation process (storyboard to finished product and speaker notes)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills in the context of financial management, including the corresponding ability to visualize, interpret, and report results
• Experience contributing to complex reports that require significant cross-team coordination

Preferred Skills

• Strong eye for detail, with a proven ability to spot inconsistencies and errors in complex documents and datasets
• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral). Writing skills include an ability to simplify complex or technical concepts into easy-to-understand plain language for various audiences
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships within a large organization
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with moderate supervision
• curiosity-driven passion for digital innovation and technology

Whatxe2x80x99s in it for you:

• Wexe2x80x99re honoured to be recognized as a 2024 Best Workplaces in Ontario by Great Place to Workxc2xae Canada.
• We are thrilled to be recognized by Excellence Canada with their top-level certification, the Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Workxc2xae, for prioritizing employee well-being, fostering a positive work culture, and achieving excellence in mental health.
• Wexe2x80x99re proud to be recognized as a company with a 2023 Most Trusted Executive team by Great Place to Workxc2xae Canada.
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health xe2x80x93 mental, physical, and financial
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential.
• As a hybrid organization, you and your leader use business and Client needs to choose where you work, at home or in the office

LI- SJThe 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: 63,000/63 000 - 104,000/104 000Job Category: IT - Technology ServicesPosting End Date: 20/11/2024

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