Request For Proposal Manager

Canada Life; London; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Ontario is seeking an energetic Request for Proposal (RFP) Manager to enhance growth in the National Accounts market. The role involves managing large case RFPs, collaborating on project plans, and developing responses to showcase the company as a preferred provider. Candidates should possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with proficiency in MS Office. This position offers a competitive salary range of $63,500 - $117,400 annually.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Workplace Benefits & Retirement operations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to collaborate, resolve conflicts, and build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Manage large case RFPs from inception to delivery.
• Develop project plans and monitor progress.
• Review, edit, and proof-read RFP responses.

Skills

Customer-centric approach

Proficiency in MS Office

Strong analytical skills

Creative problem solver

Execution focused

Relationship building

Job description

Permanent Full Time

We are seeking a creative, solution-focused, detail-oriented, and energetic Request for Proposal (RFP) Manager to join the National Accounts New Business team. In this role, you’ll help us achieve growth in the National Accounts market by driving the completion of our response to large RFPs, showcasing Canada Life as the provider of choice for prospective Group Life & Health customers.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Successfully manage large case RFPs from inception to delivery including:

• Clarifying goals, expectations and desired outcomes
• Identifying stakeholders and contributors
• Developing a project plan and monitoring progress to ensure RFP response is delivered on time
• Coordinating plan design reviews and assigning RFP questions to the appropriate subject matter experts
• Facilitating/coordinating meetings, as required
• Reviewing, editing and proof-reading RFP responses
• Creating and updating RFP response database records
• Conducting RFP debriefs to understand improvement opportunities
• Supporting/coordinating Finalist preparations
• Effectively identify, resolve, or escalate issues of varying complexity and urgency
• Proactively detect and mitigate potential risks to the RFP
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of best practices, tools, and techniques
• Participate in projects as a Subject Matter Expert, as required
  
  

What You Will Bring

• A strong understanding of Workplace Benefits & Retirement operations, particularly of life and health teams and systems.
• A customer-centric approach to your work with the ability to collaborate, resolve conflicts, and build consensus with others.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written – clear, concise, and articulate, communicating professionally and at the right level for the audience
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills – applying a structured approach to identify and analyze options, including internal and external risks and impacts.
• Creative problem solver – solution focused, can think outside the box to come up with customer focused solutions, challenges the status quo.
• Execution focused – excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle changing priorities and fluctuating workloads.
• Relationship building – actively works to build constructive relationships both internally and externally.
  
  

The base salary for this position is between $63,500 - $ 117,400 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. 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 servesthe 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 employeehas the opportunity toreach 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 Lifewould like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.