Associate, Emerging Leaders Program

Permanent Full Time About the Program The Emerging Leaders Program is a 24-month accelerated leadership development program designed to prepare the next generation of Canada Life leaders. Through three eight-month rotations, you’ll gain exposure to diverse business areas, work on key projects, and develop leadership skills under the guidance of senior leaders. This program offers: Broad experience across Canada Life’s core business functions. Opportunities to explore different career paths and areas of interest. A strong foundation for long‑term growth within Canada Life. What You’ll Do Complete three meaningful rotations in areas such as Operations, Wealth, Strategy, Sales, and Marketing. Contribute to impactful projects and initiatives that challenge and showcase your leadership. Participate in a tailored leadership learning program with curated content. Benefit from one‑on‑one mentoring with program and rotation managers. Collaborate with peers on a real‑world business challenge and present recommendations to senior executives. Build your network and gain exposure to senior leaders across the organization. What We’re Looking For Recent undergraduates (within the past eighteen months) from a Canadian college or university. Strong academic performance in any discipline. Demonstrated leadership and community involvement through extracurricular activities, volunteering, or innovative projects. Passion for leadership, driving change, and making an impact. Eligible to work in Canada and available to start full‑time in September 2026. Why Join Us Inclusive, supportive environment where you can be your best. Competitive compensation, pension, and benefits. Hybrid work arrangements for flexibility. Tuition reimbursement and access to learning resources. Employee Share Ownership Plan. Paid volunteer day and opportunities to give back. A collaborative, fun culture focused on growth and development. Application Process Submit your CV, cover letter, and academic transcripts (unofficial accepted). Your cover letter should highlight what makes you a leader and why you want to join the program. Next Steps if Shortlisted Virtual interview with Campus Recruitment. Candidate event with Canada Life leaders. Virtual panel interview with senior leaders. Successful candidates will receive an offer from the Program Manager. Looking for More Information? Join us for a virtual information session on the Emerging Leaders Program: January 19th 2pm-3pm ET. [Register] The base salary for this position is between $51,400 - $85,600 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. Canada Life is 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr