Senior Analyst, Data & Analytics

Permanent Full Time

This role is a data subject matter expert for sales leaders and wholesalers to better diagnose sales results. Through timely predictive + descriptive analytics + data visulaization, the Senior Analyst will continue building our capability to use analytics to drive growth. 
 
Accountabilities

• Define, implement, and monitor comprehensive business strategies to drive organizational growth and achieve KPIs. Ensure ongoing strategic alignment with short and long-term business objectives 
• Enable effective, efficient working relationships with the sales team, finance, and technology partners 
• Engage and communicate strategic data programs across the Advisory Network business 
• Influence senior leaders within Advisory Network to understand business drivers and enable them to make decisions based on data 
• Oversee and support projects throughout the entire analytics lifecycle
• Assist the business in the ideation of new analytics initiatives ranging from descriptive, diagnostics, predictive to prescriptive
• Present and communicate the insights and recommendations generated in a visual and simplified language
• Work with large datasets that are not consistently clean or fully modelled
• Learn how to retrieve data from these systems via multiple languages
• Build, implement and maintain data models, custom reports, and dashboards

• Master’s degree in related field of study, or an equivalent combination of bachelor’s degree and extensive related work experience.
• CFA certification is an asset.
• Experience within the Insurance & Financial Services sector would be an asset.
• Strong experience in working with data analytics tools (SQL, Python, R), Databases (SQL Server), Cloud (Azure), data visualization tools (Power BI).
• Strong experience working with raw data and manipulating large datasets.
• Subject matter expertise in data analytics.
• Polished communication and presentation skills to audiences including senior leadership.
• Strong analytical skills for problem solving purposes and to monetize value for the organization.
• Ability to work with little to no documentation or instruction.
• Think outside the box and identify solution to overcome obstacles.
• Experience working on project teams to analyze business needs.
• Proven ability to learn and handle multiple priorities in a challenging work environment.

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The base salary for this position is between  $70,500.00- $129,200.00 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.
 
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.