Program Manager, Strategy

7 months ago

Toronto, Canada Canada Life Assurance Company Full time

**Job Description**:
We are looking for a

This role will be responsible for coordination of multiple teams lead by individual project managers. In collaboration with the project managers this role will be responsible for Financial reviews and reporting in alignment with the approved budget.

This role will be responsible for coordination of gating process for the programs and projects under their management including OCC reporting, and initiative brief reporting.

**What you will do**
- Lead efforts across leaders and workstreams to ensure post-merger integration efforts are designed, executed, tracked, and benefits are realized
- Manage a team of project managers, supporting other dedicated workstreams
- Lead strategic program planning based on business goals
- Support Strategy and distribution leadership team to align program with business goals
- Manage relationships with senior stakeholders, partnering with management in the development of program plans
- Develop and manage an effective delivery network across project Directors and other leaders
- Demonstrate understanding of and adherence to control standards, audit practices, compliance etc.
- Bring best practice approach to ensuring initiatives run smoothly, deliver on time and on budget and deliver expected outcomes
- Oversee various project planning and execution initiatives
- Work with key partners within Canada Life and third-party consultants / vendors / companies, on the successful implementation of corporate methodology in support of planning, delivery and change methodology
- Provide formal/informal leadership to the team to lead them towards the achievement of program objectives
- Provide training and guidance to various cross-discipline resources on project management strategies, methods, processes, tools, approaches & methodologies and where appropriate suggests improvements into overall methodology to PMO
- Define and lead implementation of project management practices, processes, tools and methodologies

**What you will bring**
- 10+ years of Financial Services, integration and acquisition experience
- University or College degree in Business or Project Management
- Project Management (PMP) certification or equivalent required
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong collaboration skills with ability to influence multiple senior/executive stakeholders and convey complex technical issues to diverse audiences
- Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work with senior leadership on the development and delivery of large scale projects and transformation work, building plans and managing progress reporting which instill confidence and tracks benefits
- Highly motivated and is passionate about not only project management but the business, technology and user experience, loves to learn and champion new ideas with others, and works with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Strong communication skills at all levels including across the team and with Senior Executives

**_ Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London._**

**Be your best at Canada Life

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._
._

**_
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted_**.

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