Strategy Consultant - Market Research

Sun Life Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Best workplaces in Canada 2026

Wellness programs

Diversity & inclusion

Career growth

Job summary

Sun Life Financial is seeking a Strategy Consultant within the DBTS Strategy and Planning team to deliver research, competitive intelligence and internal strategy enablement for enterprise and technology initiatives.

You’ll work with senior leaders on market trends, scenario planning, executive materials and cross‑team coordination, in a hybrid environment that supports work‑life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience relevant to the accountabilities listed above or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A post-secondary or equivalent degree with a focus in one of the following: Business, Communications, Economics, Engineering, Humanities, or Technology.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral). Writing skills include an ability to simplify complex or technical concepts into easy-to-understand plain language for various audiences.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to gather, evaluate and synthesize information from multiple sources into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, connect disparate information and identify meaningful patterns, risks and opportunities relevant to strategic objectives.
• Excellent Microsoft PowerPoint skills including an understanding of the presentation process (storyboard to finished product and speaker notes).
• Experience contributing to complex reports that require significant cross-team coordination.
• Strong eye for detail, with a proven ability to spot inconsistencies and errors in complex documents and datasets.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships within a large organization.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with moderate supervision.
• A curiosity-driven passion for digital innovation and technology.
• An Asset Interest or experience in the financial services industry.
• Experience with formal business communications and strategy development for executive and board audiences.

Responsibilities

• Market research & competitive intelligence Conduct research on technology, industry and competitor trends relevant to DBTS strategy Perform market scans and benchmarking to identify emerging practices, opportunities and strategic implications Translate complex research into concise insights and executive-ready competitive intelligence and prepare materials for scenario planning exercises at the senior management level
• Internal strategy development & enablement: Contribute to enterprise and technology strategy projects through research, analysis and structured problem-solving Develop executive-level strategy materials, including presentations, briefing notes, option assessments and recommendations Support the execution of strategic initiatives by coordinating activities, tracking deliverables and maintaining key planning artifacts
• Technology strategy hub: Collaborate technology strategy teams to build alignment against enterprise level objectives, share best practices, and advance strategic imperatives at the enablement layer Contribute to the continuous improvement of strategy planning, governance and execution practices across DBTS

Skills

Research & analysis

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

PowerPoint

Education

Post-secondary degree (Business, Economics, Engineering, or Technology)

Tools

PowerPoint proficiency

Job description

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. At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful. When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description

The Team Sun Life is a leading global financial services organization dedicated to helping Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As part of our Digital Business & Technology Solutions (DBTS) group, you'll be at the forefront of Sun Life's exciting digital transformation, working with a diverse and talented team to drive innovation and excellence. The Role As a Strategy Consultant within the DBTS Strategy and Planning team, you'll play a crucial role in providing research and consulting for various strategic initiatives. You'll work closely with senior team members to contribute to internal strategy development and enablement, competitive intelligence and external trends research, and the execution of special projects.

What will you do?

• Market research & competitive intelligence Conduct research on technology, industry and competitor trends relevant to DBTS strategy Perform market scans and benchmarking to identify emerging practices, opportunities and strategic implications Translate complex research into concise insights and executive-ready competitive intelligence and prepare materials for scenario planning exercises at the senior management level
• Internal strategy development & enablement: Contribute to enterprise and technology strategy projects through research, analysis and structured problem-solving Develop executive-level strategy materials, including presentations, briefing notes, option assessments and recommendations Support the execution of strategic initiatives by coordinating activities, tracking deliverables and maintaining key planning artifacts
• Technology strategy hub: Collaborate technology strategy teams to build alignment against enterprise level objectives, share best practices, and advance strategic imperatives at the enablement layer Contribute to the continuous improvement of strategy planning, governance and execution practices across DBTS

What do you need to succeed?

• Three to five years of experience relevant to the accountabilities listed above or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A post-secondary or equivalent degree with a focus in one of the following: Business, Communications, Economics, Engineering, Humanities, or Technology
• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral). Writing skills include an ability to simplify complex or technical concepts into easy-to-understand plain language for various audiences
• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to gather, evaluate and synthesize information from multiple sources into actionable insights
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, connect disparate information and identify meaningful patterns, risks and opportunities relevant to strategic objectives
• Excellent Microsoft PowerPoint skills including an understanding of the presentation process (storyboard to finished product and speaker notes)
• Experience contributing to complex reports that require significant cross-team coordination
• Strong eye for detail, with a proven ability to spot inconsistencies and errors in complex documents and datasets
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships within a large organization
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with moderate supervision
• A curiosity-driven passion for digital innovation and technology
• An Asset Interest or experience in the financial services industry
• Experience with formal business communications and strategy development for executive and board audiences

What’s in it for you?

• We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2026 Best Workplaces in Canada 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.
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical, and financial
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential.
• As a hybrid organization, you and your leader use business and Client need to choose where you work, at home or in the office
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete applicable background checks prior to the start date and during employment, in accordance with Sun Life’s policies and practices
• 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].
• 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.
• We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.
• We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position.
• Salary Range: 70,000/70 000 - 105,000/105 000
• Job Category: IT - Technology Services
• Posting End Date: 20/10/2026

Shine together At Sun Life, you can be your most brilliant self. Our supportive, flexible, and inclusive work environment is one where you – and your career – can thrive. Whatever your aspirations, collaborative leaders and colleagues are ready to help you learn, grow, and succeed. Make life brighter We’re a global company with a passion for people. Our purpose is to help Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As a team of 30,000 across 26 countries, our impact is far-reaching, and locally relevant There’s power in numbers. As part of Sun Life’s growing team, you have an impact on people in your community and around the world. Shape the future With an optimistic eye on a brighter future, we drive to innovate. Be part of leading change, push boundaries and try new ways of working. Use data to drive bold actions. Be agile and pivot as we test and learn. At Sun Life, we’re driving transformation, sustainability and innovation for our Clients, employees, partners, and communities. Join us. Together, we can make the future brighter. Join a top employer for a brighter future.