Program Manager, CPA Leadership Program

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you'll 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.

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Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of finance leaders? Do you thrive at the intersection of talent development, finance excellence, and strategic program design? Join us in leading our 3-Year CPA Rotational Leadership Program, hiring new grads, and building the future leaders of tomorrow.

The Program Manager, CPA Leadership Program goes beyond traditional program management - it's an opportunity to influence the future of finance talent, shape career-defining experiences, and drive alignment with CPA Ontario's new competency map and Sun Life's strategic priorities and professional standards of excellence. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, from recruitment and selection to curriculum development, participant support, and alumni engagement.

What will you do?

Program Design and Operations:

• Analyze current program and compare against upcoming CPA Ontario competency map changes and re-design program accordingly

• Design and update curriculum in collaboration with subject matter experts

• Coordinate with various finance departments to secure meaningful rotations; ensuring assignments align with program objectives and participants' career goals

• Implement best practices in leadership development, experiential learning, and rotation transitions

Participant Experience & Development

• Manage annual recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes

• Design a holistic learning journey encompassing rotations, technical development, and leadership capability

• Monitor participants' progress and provide guidance throughout the program

• Facilitate mentorship and coaching opportunities

• Create engaging workshops and developmental experiences

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure program alignment with organizational goals

• Build trusted relationships with finance executives, rotation managers/mentors, and HR partners

• Partner with CPA Ontario to manage candidate enrollment and compliance

• Report on program outcomes and ROI to program sponsor

Alumni Engagement

• Develop and implement strategies to maintain strong connections with program alumni

• Organize networking events and continuous learning opportunities for graduates

• Leverage alumni expertise for mentoring current participants

Program Evaluation and Improvement

• Regularly assess program effectiveness through participant feedback and performance metrics

• Leverage data and insights to evaluate program success and shape future talent strategies

• Stay informed about industry trends and incorporate relevant updates into the program

What do you need to succeed?

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, human resource, adult learning, or related field

• Strong understanding of accounting and finance principles; CPA designation is an asset

• Proven strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills

• Passion for coaching and mentoring early-career professionals

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

• 5+ years' experience in finance, learning & development, or talent program management

• Experience in the insurance industry or large financial institutions is an asset

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Teams, Copilot, and PowerPoint) and learning management systems

What's in it for you?

• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential

• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family

• We're committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment. Our goal is to make sure all our employees have the chance to live up to their full potential

• We're honoured to be recognized as a 2025 Best Workplaces in Ontario by Great Place to Work Canada

• We are thrilled to be recognized by Excellence Canada with their top-level certification, the Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Work,  for prioritizing employee well-being, fostering a positive work culture, and achieving excellence in mental health

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The 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.

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We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you Several 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.

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