Senior Analyst, ALM Systems | Great West

Canada Life; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education reimbursement up to CAD 2,0

Mental health benefit

Pension plan

Volunteer day

Employee discounts

Job summary

Canada Life, part of Great-West Lifeco, seeks a Senior Analyst, ALM Systems to ensure data integrity and provide technical support for ALM processes. You will drive data validation, reporting automation, and cross-team collaboration in a fast-paced financial services environment.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, Excel/Access/SQL proficiency, and knowledge of investments. This permanent, full-time position is based in Winnipeg with opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business with a finance/MIS/actuarial/accounting focus.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with data and systems in financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure data integrity of investment data stores and CALM system with validation checks.
• Provide technical support and education for ALM processes and systems.
• Support testing, implementation, and stakeholder collaboration for tech solutions.
• Deliver multi-period reporting and automate reporting to improve efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain robust controls across processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Technical proficiency

Investments knowledge

Analytical skills

Time management

Quality & improvement

Business education focus

Education

Business degree focus in finance/MIS/actuarial/accounting

Tools

Excel

Access

SQL

Job description

Permanent Full Time

Asset Liability Management (ALM) is the ongoing process of developing, executing, and refining strategies to manage assets and liabilities in alignment with financial objectives and risk constraints.

The Canada ALM team manages ALM risk and drives value creation for the $100B Canada Life general account. Working closely with the Canadian Division, Investments Division, and Global Finance, the team leads investment strategy, ALM risk oversight (e.g., interest rate and liquidity), Par yield reporting and forecasting, IFRS 17 yield curve production, and Net Investment Results attribution and forecasting.

The ALM Systems team plays a critical role in enabling these activities by maintaining data integrity and ensuring system reliability to effectively manage ALM risks. As Senior Analyst, ALM Systems, you will serve as a key subject matter expert, contribute to important data quality and technology initiatives, and drive process innovation.

As a member of this team, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across ALM and Investment Technology. You’ll bring strong technical skills, a sharp analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You’ll gain exposure to a variety of stakeholders and will work on engaging, high-impact projects.

What will you do:

• Ensure Data Integrity of the Investment Data Store (IDS) and the Canadian Asset/Liability Management (CALM) system by designing, monitoring, and implementing data validation checks (e.g., asset attributes, asset and liability cashflows). Support daily, weekly, and monthly processes in collaboration with Investment Technology
• Provide Technical Support and Education including troubleshooting issues and offering technical support for key ALM processes. Deliver training and guidance to ALM team members on data and system usage
• Support Systems related initiatives through effective testing, implementation support, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring reliable and efficient delivery of technology solutions
• Deliver and Manage Multi-Period Reporting that supports critical functions. Develop and implement automated reporting solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote best practices in the design, execution, and documentation of deliverables. Focus on enhancing efficiency, quality, and consistency across processes
  

What Will You Bring

• Strong Communication Skills: the ability to convey technical concepts clearly through both verbal and written communication, tailored to the audience’s level of understanding
• Adaptability and Initiative: fast learner who thrives in both independent and collaborative settings, with the ability to perform effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Technical Proficiency: solid computer skills, particularly in Excel, Access, and SQL (or similar querying languages), with a focus on data handling and analysis. Experience working with relational databases and the Canada Life (GWL) Mainframe is an asset
• Investments knowledge: Experience with securities and investments, including bonds, equities, mortgages, and real estate, would be considered an asset
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities: strong analytical skills, with keen attention to detail and a methodical approach to solving complex problems
• Organizational and Time Management Skills: proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, often within tight deadlines
• Commitment to Quality and Improvement: dedication to continuous improvement, maintaining robust controls and striving for efficiency and accuracy in all deliverables.
• Post-secondary education in business, with a focus in finance, management information systems, actuarial science, or accounting

The base salary for this position is between $59,800.00 - $99,700.00 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.

Grow with Great-West Lifeco

Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Empower and Irish Life. At the end of 2024, our companies had over 32,250 employees, 106,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 40 million customer relationships.

Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.

What we offer:

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

Career Development:

Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.

Health & Wellness:

Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.

Time Off:

In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.

Financial Security:

Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program and additionalinvestment options.

Rewards and Recognition:

Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!

Emphasis on Community:

We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

Learn more about Great-West Lifeco.

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [e-mail]. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Great-West Lifeco policies.