Assistant Vice President, Business Technology Risk

The Assistant Vice President, Business Technology Risk is responsible for the implementation and adoption of the Technology Risk framework for business initiatives within Canada.

This role provides objective and independent oversight on first line of defense risk management activities related to technology operations, technology delivery, and information security to ensure technology risks are managed in accordance with the Company’s risk appetite. This role will work closely with senior leadership across the organization including but not limited to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Chief Risk Officer (CRO).

What you will do:

• Working with Risk and Compliance Business Partners, act as subject matter expert to advise, oversee and challenge Technology Risk in our Canadian businesses. This includes, but is not limited to, technology, cyber, AI, data, technology governance and emerging risks.
• Provide strategic insights and guidance on technology risk concepts, practices, and approaches.  
• Provide timely risk monitoring and reporting to senior leadership ensuring that metrics and processes to consolidate, interpret and report on the technology risk profile are established and effective.
• Develop and implement technology risk roadmaps and plans.
• Lead a high-performance and collaborative culture within the team, providing mentorship and training.
• Foster an environment that encourages new approaches, challenges the status quo, and inspires creativity.

What you will bring:

• Significant experience building, leading and refreshing high performing teams with an ethos of delivery and continuous improvement
• Experience and knowledge of life insurance and wealth management businesses and products in Canada
• Significant experience as a technology leader within a technology or operational risk function; if in technology, understanding of and experience in operational risk and resilience is essential
• A high level of technology, cyber security, and project management experience
• Excellent stakeholder management; ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a range of audiences across the organization; experience in working as a business partner is preferred
• Demonstrable ability to understand an organization’s strategy and how initiatives fit within that strategy.
• Sound judgment and strong analytical skills
• Thrives in an environment that is complex and constantly evolving
• Relevant current technology risk or technology qualifications

The base salary for this position is between  $111,000 - $205,500 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 Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life - Apply today! 

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 2023, our companies had over 33,500 employees, 232,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 42 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.

Being a part of our organization 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 are 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.

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.

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

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