Director, Compliance Governance

Director, Compliance Governance & Reporting

**Description:
- Permanent Full Time- A key part of the Corporate Compliance team, this role will have the primary accountability for the Compliance reporting and governance functions. The role will work cross-functionally across the 3 lines of defence, to manage the planning and execution of work to continuously improve and deliver all reporting deliverables including quarterly reporting to senior management and the Board. This role will also drive the development, evolution, and maintenance of Compliance governance.**What you will do**- Manage and evolve the governance of Compliance within the organization through the development of strategies; and development, maintenance and updating of policies and guidelines, tools, and processes.
Ensure alignment with obligations under E-13 and other applicable regulatory requirements. Develop and monitor the maturity and embeddedness of assigned Compliance Framework elements, including the continuous improvement of the program in alignment with strategic business objectives and evolving industry standards.
Define Canadian Compliance Framework elements to align with Global methodology, CCCO Mandate and E-13 obligations (and Global maturity model as applicable)
Prepare and finalize quarterly Compliance Officer reporting. Ownership and management of quarterly reporting processes and seeking opportunities for continuous improvement. Review business and program reports and analysis for quality and completeness, ensuring that the analysis is insightful, impactful, and includes clear calls to action.
Assist in the annual review of the Compliance Mandate, including a review of the maturity model of the Compliance function, and provide support and guidance for significant enterprise and divisional risk disclosures.
Build and maintain positive, effective working relationships. Provide leadership or consultation for cross-divisional initiatives. Negotiate effective compliance solutions with stakeholders with competing priorities. Engage others, support, and implement changes to enhance programs.

**What you will bring**- 5+ years of relevant experience
An elevated level of innovation with the ability to drive innovation by moving initiatives forward and creating an environment that encourages novel approaches, challenges the status quo and inspires creativity and risk-taking while protecting the customer and the core.
Strategic thinker who can prepare strategies and ideas that will cope with the changing environment and consider any challenges that lie ahead.
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills to exercise appropriate judgement in escalating issues and ensuring all stakeholders/decision makers are included in the process.
A desire to execute for results by focusing on what matters and delivering superior results to stakeholders.
Strong relationship builder who seeks out and build relationships with others who can provide information, intelligence, support and other ways to help drive best business practices with inclusivity.
Effective communication skills with a consistent, direct and positive approach to keeping initiatives and strategies on track and stakeholders engaged. Ability to synthesize large amounts of information to be meaningful and relevant to the intended audience.
Proactively seeks improvement opportunities and solutions.
University Degree in a relevant field
Relevant designations/certifications/licenses are an asset but not mandatory.
- The base salary for this position is between **$89,800**:

- $166,300 **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.-
- 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 br