Strategy Development Principal

Saskatchewan Government Insurance; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 109,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Government Insurance is seeking a Senior Strategy & Corporate Governance leader to drive SGI's long-term plans and ensure alignment with Crown corporation objectives. This role collaborates with the Senior Director, VP, and SGI Board to define and execute strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead strategy development, governance oversight, and performance measurement, while guiding organizational change and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in a relevant field such as business.
• Ten years of strategy formulation and corporate governance experience, with at least six years in progressively senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review SGI's long-term and annual strategic plans with senior leadership.
• Draft and align strategic objectives with corporate goals and governance standards.
• Lead the TOM process and coordinate cross-functional strategy reviews.
• Oversee budgeting, risk management, and internal controls within the strategy function.
• Support talent development and succession planning for strategic roles.

Skills

Strategic planning

Governance

Executive communications

Strategy implementation

Performance metrics

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Policy interpretation

Budget management

Education

Four-year degree in business or related field

Job description

Do you value integrity and innovation? How about passion and caring? Great! Us too, and that's why you'll fit right in. Our intentional culture promotes trust and participation, encouraging you to bring your heart and mind to work every day.

Out of Scope Permanent, Full-Time Location: This position may be based at any of our Saskatchewan branches, with preference given to our Regina Head Office. This role is 100% in the office.

Division: Corporate Strategy and Stakeholder Experience

Pay Range: $109,052 - $145,411

Posting Close: October 19, 2026

Key Accountabilities

Strategy Development

Collaborates with Senior Director and VP in developing SGI’s long-term strategic plans and annual strategic plans, including providing insights, preparing documentation, and facilitating stakeholder consultations, and drafting the balanced scorecard and other supporting materials for recommendation to the executive, SGI Board of Directors and Crown Investments Corporation (CIC) Board of Directors. Leads development and review of business strategies cascading from SGI’s corporate strategy, including organizing and facilitating strategic planning meetings with senior leaders, providing guidance and insights, and drafting strategy documents. Leads corporate support for divisional functional strategies, including defining the supports available (e.g., standardized tools/templates and meeting facilitation), designing these supports, triaging, and fulfilling requests for support.

Strategic Alignment

Supports the Senior Director and VP with drafting or reviewing annual performance objectives for the executive that align with the corporate and business strategies, and Crown sector strategic priorities. Collaborates with Corporate Communications to develop and execute communication plans that drive awareness of and alignment with the corporate and business strategic goals. Leads SGI’s target operating model (TOM) process, including defining the process, designing standard tools/templates, and coordinating and facilitating development and regular reviews of TOMs throughout the organization.

Strategy Evaluation

Collaborates with others in the Corporate Strategy department to monitor corporate performance, evaluate when corrective action is needed and recommend action to senior leadership. Leads the development and recommendation of key performance indicators and targets for the corporate strategy (i.e., balanced scorecard) and business strategies. Supports divisional leadership in developing key performance indicators for divisional functional strategies.

People Leadership

Builds a high performing workforce by actively leading human resource activities. Ensures development of divisional succession plans. Builds a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies, ensuring integration with employee performance development and career development plans. Drives performance through team members and is committed to leadership development across the company, supporting employees and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities.

Corporate Management

Ensures programs and policies are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies. Manages risk in area of authority. Prepares, reviews, manages and/or approves departmental/divisional budgets. Prepares decision requests, decision and/or information items and/or SGI board items. Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility, including development, implementation and managing of program components specific to departmental health and safety requirements. Makes decisions for departmental operations that are efficient, effective and in alignment with strategic direction and priorities. Ensures department and program policies, procedures and guidelines are in compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation and regulations; implements and evaluates changes to legislation and regulations in area of authority. Establishes and maintains an effective system of internal controls to support reliable financial reporting and compliance in accordance with applicable laws and regulations within the span of control, and communicates the importance of internal controls to staff.

Education and Experience

A four-year degree in from an accredited post-secondary institution in a relevant field of study such as business. Ten years of experience in strategy formulation and corporate governance including six years of progressively challenging leadership experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of strategic planning processes, alignment, and measurements.
• Knowledge of research techniques and the effective compilation of reports and presentations.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry across multiple jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of driver and vehicle regulation across multiple jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of Crown corporation governance and governance processes.
• Knowledge of the services provided by the corporation, government, and partner agencies, including knowledge of the operations of CIC, Cabinet, Caucus, and related committees.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations, facilitate discussion, and achieve alignment.
• Ability to write clearly, concisely, persuasively and targeted to the appropriate audience.
• Ability to develop and execute on strategy.
• Ability to balance shareholder interests with business strategy and negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes.

Behavioural Competencies

• Leader Level 4 – Applies (Department/Division) Accountability – Enables Performance Across Teams/Business Units
• Business Acumen – Formulates Departmental/Divisional Plans in Relation to Internal and External Environment
• Change Agility – Defines Areas for Change and Follows Through
• Leadership – Leads the Department/Division At SGI, we are committed to a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.

At SGI, we are committed to a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. Through fair, consistent, and transparent people practices, we attract skilled talent with varied lived experiences and offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a strong sense of belonging. Our commitment to reconciliation includes inclusive hiring practices that create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous peoples and support a workforce reflective of the communities we serve. Join us in building a culture where contributions are valued and shared success is shaped by our people.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your accommodation request to [e-mail] and we will work through your request with you. All information received will be kept confidential.

Pay Range:$109,052.00 - $145,411.00 Posting Close Date: October 19, 2026

SGI has offered affordable insurance products and great service to our customers since 1945. SGI has 2 distinct operations — the Saskatchewan Auto Fund and SGI CANADA. The Auto Fund is Saskatchewan’s compulsory auto insurance program, operating the driver licensing and vehicle registration system. SGI CANADA is the property and casualty insurance division which offers products in Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario through a network independent insurance brokerages. SGI and SGI CANADA are Crown corporations, owned by the Government of Saskatchewan.

We care about each other. We treat one another with kindness and celebrate each person’s uniqueness so we can all be our authentic selves at work. That’s because diversity, equity and inclusion are foundational to our culture and who we are. Different backgrounds and perspectives make for a vibrant and creative community where innovation flourishes.

We offer more than a paycheque (although we do provide competitive pay!). Everyone at SGI and SGI CANADA enjoys great benefits, perks and options to balance work and everything else life sends their way. We also believe in you and your future career aspirations. Regardless of where you start, SGI and SGI CANADA will invest in you by supporting education, accreditation and professional development.