Data Analyst

Sun Life; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Data Analyst to join their Strategy & Analytics team. This role involves managing data pipelines, creating reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to provide actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analytics, excellent communication skills, and experience with tools like AWS and Tableau. Join us to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

15 vacation days per year

Flexible Benefits

Pension and stock programs

Access to Global Learning Centre

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in data analytics and report building.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proven experience with AWS in a business environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage data engineering and pipeline processes.
• Create stock reporting for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across systems.

Skills

Research

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Learning Aptitude

Education

B.Sc. Computer Science

Mathematics

Statistics

Engineering

Tools

AWS

Python

R

Tableau

CRM tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Data Analyst role at Sun Life

Join to apply for the Data Analyst role at Sun Life

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

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.

Job Description:

About the role:

Reporting within the Strategy & Analytics team, the Data Analyst is responsible for reviewing large quantities of data to help generate value for a variety of functions, develop enhanced personalized reporting, produce innovative and effective methods of analyzing data using a variety of mathematical models, performing ongoing and periodic analysis of SLGI’s block of business, and testing and reporting related to sales activity across our various sales partners.

What will you do?

• Data engineering and pipeline management (Data ingestion, ETL management)
• Create stock reporting for internal audiences
• Work with stakeholders to understand data needs and provide actionable solutions
• Ensure data accurate, integrity, and consistency across databases and reporting systems
  
  

What do you need to succeed?

• 3-5 years of experience in related data analytics and report building roles.
• Successful completion of B.Sc. Computer Science, Mathematics, Stats, Engineering or applicable program.
• Strong research, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Proven application or utilization of AWS in a business environment
• Excellent communications skills to provide simplified explanations of complex analytical methodologies.
• Strong Mutual Fund and Market Based Insurance product knowledge.
• Keen aptitude for learning new programs and programming languages quickly
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Experience balancing multiple projects.
• Knowledge of data governance principles and processes
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of the investment operations lifecycle, including trade processing, settlement, reconciliation, portfolio accounting, and compliance.
• Strong experience and knowledge of individual financial service industry on a greater scale (knowledge of mutual funds, segregated funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), SMAs, etc.)
• Experience with Python, R, Tableau
• Experience with CRM tools or Salesforce specifically
  
  

Unique Requirements:

• Some travel may be required.
• Extra hours may be required during the quarter-end reporting periods and during periods with high mutual fund trading volumes.
  
  

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid work environment
• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
• 15 vacation days per year
• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
• Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
• Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financial
  
  

Recent Awards:

• We are honoured to be recognized as a 2022, 2023 and 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work Canada
• Great Place to Work list for Best Workplaces for #HybridWork 2022
• Great Place to Work list for Best Workplaces for Professional Development in Canada 2022
• Named “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor, 2021 and 2023
  
  

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.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to [e-mail].

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible 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.

Salary Range:

58,000/58 000 - 97,000/97 000

Job Category:

Advanced Analytics

Posting End Date:

29/05/2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Financial Services and Insurance

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sun Life by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Data Analyst” roles.

Senior Analyst, Investment Data Solutions

Business Analyst (Data, Loyalty & Insights)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.