Analyst, Insurance Investment Strategy

Canada Life; London; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Ontario seeks an Analyst for the Insurance Investment Strategy team. The role includes optimizing investment strategies and supporting internal workstreams. Candidates are expected to have a CFA designation or be working towards it, alongside strong investment expertise. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $52,800 to $97,700 annually, with opportunities for growth in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Inclusive and accessible workplace

Comprehensive total rewards program

Qualifications

• CFA designation or working towards it is mandatory.
• Actuarial designation is considered an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic push to optimize insurance investment strategies.
• Own collection and organization of investment-related reports.
• Create content for internal and external investment meetings.

Skills

Investment expertise

Exceptional communication skills

Solid knowledge of insurance products

Education

CFA designation

Actuarial designation

Job description

Permanent Full Time

Individual insurance is a major part of Canada Life7s Canadian Operations. Canada Life7s participating account is the largest in Canada with over $59 billion in assets. In Non-Par, Canada Life offers highly competitive Universal Life, Term and disability products backed by strong and diverse investment strategies.

The Analyst, Insurance Investment Strategy, will support the continued strategic push to optimize underlying insurance (Par/Non-Par) investment strategies, while ensuring continued strong internal visibility into insurance investment activity and performance. This role also provides support in the creation of external (advisor) facing documents tied to our Par investment strategy, with the goal to ultimately support and grow our large case sales.

With a singular focus on insurance investment strategy, this role supports the Manager, Investment Strategy, Insurance Solutions, while also supporting other key business areas as needed (Inforce Management and Product Support). Along with the VP, Insurance Investment Strategy, this team is a critical junction between Insurance Solutions, Investments/ALM, and Marketing/Distribution.

What You Will Do

• Develop a thorough understanding of Canada Life7s Par and Non-Par products, underlying investment strategies and asset classes.
• Support various internal workstreams focused on Par and Non-Par underlying investment strategies.
• Own the collection and organization of various internal and external investment related reports, as well as the annual updating of investment related slides.
• Support the collection of technical investment content included in various external facing insurance documents, such as Financial Facts. This involves timely due diligence and ensuring the accuracy of information.
• Effectively support the creation of content for internal investment strategy meetings and external stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with annual Par investment strategy competitive analysis (competitor asset mix differences, investment strategy differences, underlying asset differences).
• Create, house and update a working database of external advisor and wholesaler investment related questions, along with responses.
• Collaborate with members of Par Pricing/In force teams, providing data, insights and updates on various investment related initiatives and inquiries.

What You Will Bring

• CFA designation (or, working towards)
• Actuarial designation (or, working towards) is an asset
• Investment expertise and/or experience to ensure technical understanding of topics
• Solid knowledge of insurance products, particularly competitive Par product offerings
• Exceptional communication skills for dealing with various stakeholders
• Ability to effectively ask for, and be precise about, the required information needed to complete required tasks
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships across Insurance Solutions, Investments / ALM and the broader organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and to interact with multiple teams to deliver on successful outcomes

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

The base salary for this position is between $52,800 - $97,700 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.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

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. You7re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You7ll 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, you7ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It7s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that7s 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, we7re one of Canada7s 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.

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 that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

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