Manager Portfolio Management & Governance

Permanent Full Time 

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We are hiring a Manager Portfolio Management & Governance.

Investment Technology is seeking a Manager, Portfolio Management & Governance to join our team. The position is new to the area, the successful incumbent will take the lead in defining, implementing, monitoring and controlling Portfolio Management and Project Governance practices. Responsibilities will also include guiding and maintaining the Annual Technology Budget and cross divisional Integrated Planning. This effort will include balancing requests for new and in-flight work, identifying demand and budget conflicts, ideating and presenting options to address constraints, and escalating where appropriate.

What you will do

• Establish Portfolio Management and Project Governance best practices which best serve the Investment Division and are in line with the enterprise guardrails.
• Manage day to day PM&G operations.
• Accountable for ensuring Canada and Global gating processes are followed.
• Develop plans and drive effective annual planning, integrated planning, and forecasting.
• Work with all Lifeco counterparts to understand integrated demand and budget for Canadian and Global systems, any conflicts and collaborate on actions/options to deliver creative solutions.
• Articulate technology opportunities, constraints, and risks in the development of business plans and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with business partners, other Technology leaders, technology vendors and industry forums to understand product and technology directions.
• Contributes to the annual business planning process by providing a consolidated financial view of Technology operations and investments.
• Lead a high-performance culture for teams that supports change within the area.

What you will bring 

• Post-secondary education in business or technology-related field. PMP Certification is desirable.
• Minimum 7 years of industry-related experience delivering technology programs to business.
• Minimum 5 years progressive leadership experience related to both projects and teams.
• Must have the proven ability to serve as an effective member of a management team, be an effective leader to a team of highly trained professionals; and interact effectively with risk and data managers, auditors, consultants, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare communications and interact effectively with all levels, technical and non-technical within the organization.
• Preference and experience working in an environment that is complex, rapidly evolving, and ambiguous with high expectations for excellence and achievement.
• Critical thinker with a high degree of business acumen and decision making.
• Technology Business Management and/or Enterprise Portfolio Management would be an asset.

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The base salary for this position is between  $74,500 - $137,900 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 serves?the 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 employee?has the opportunity to?reach 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 talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life?would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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