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About the Role
A unique opportunity to apply strategic business acumen, technical expertise, and strong communication skills to develop guidance and risk advice for senior stakeholders within the Financial Risk Strategy team.
Responsibilities
- Providing independent oversight of elements of business and investment strategy with financial risk by delivering risk reviews for senior executives and the Board.
- Developing a strong understanding of internal strategies to measure and manage financial risks to effectively challenge and identify opportunities for enhancements.
- Leading key financial risk initiatives related to current and emerging financial risks, evolving business strategy, proposed acquisitions, regulatory expectations and Board requests.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders across our global business.
- Preparing executive and Board-level material to effectively communicate technical concepts and engaging senior stakeholders for alignment on direction.
- Reviewing risk analysis and supporting other elements of identification, measurement, management, monitoring and reporting of financial risks.
- Monitoring business activities and external developments to identify shifts that could materially impact the company's risk profile.
Requirements
- Experience in financial institutions such as insurance, banking, investment management, or corporate finance.
- Ability to connect market and balance-sheet dynamics with strategic decision-making.
Skills
- Relevant professional qualification (Actuarial or CFA preferred)
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship development skills
- Ability to present complex technical concepts to a range of audiences
- Ability to participate effectively in cross-functional and cross-regional teams
- Proactive and self-directed with the ability to complete several tasks concurrently
- Coaching / mentoring junior co-workers and managing projects to ensure deadlines are met
- Keen eye for detail, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of market, liquidity and credit risk, investments, ALM and life insurance
Location
- Canada
- US
- UK
- Ireland
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full Time
- Hybrid
Salary/Compensations
- $107,800 - $157,800
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive rewards program including bonuses and flexible benefits
- Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
- Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
- Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
- Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
- Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
- Emphasis on Community: Workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.
About the Company
- Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses.
- We operate in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Empower and Irish Life.
- At the end of 2024, our companies had over 32,250 employees, 106,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 40 million customer relationships.
- Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.
Equal Opportunity
- We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Great-West Lifeco policies.