Program Analytics Manager

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Permanent Full Time

We are looking for a Program Analytics Manager to supporta strategic Transformation Programwithin the Technology Risk and Security division.

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg.

As the Program Analytics Manager within the transformation program, you will report into the Program Lead and will be a key player in driving data-driven decision-making and exceptional leadership communication within the program team. Your role will involve collaborating with senior leaders, Project Managers, and stakeholders to understand complex business problems, define reporting needs, and synthesize data into insightful visual presentations. You will summarize complex financial reports and portfolio analyses into concise, visually appealing infographics and presentations that highlight key insights, risks, and recommendations for decision-makers. By creating persuasive digital and visual communications, you will contribute to aligning our strategic initiatives and operations with organizational goals.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Program Analytics & Reporting:

• Collaborate with Senior Leaders, Project Managers, and Finance to gain a comprehensive data-driven understanding of the portfolio.
• Provide data-driven reports to various leadership committees, including the Executive Leadership Team, Risk & Compliance Management committees, and Governance groups.
• Develop & present visually impactful project presentations for diverse audiences, spotlighting leadership focus areas.
• Develop KPIs for program scorecards and establish measurement processes to track progress.
• Gather and analyze project and resource data for immediate responses to management and team queries.
• Synthesize reports for stakeholders across all levels, from peers to executive management committees
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Project and Financial Management Skills:

• 7+ years of portfolio and project management expertise, encompassing project lifecycle, risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
• 5+ years of applying portfolio and project management principles effectively.
• 5+ years of visual communication and creative graphic design experience.
• Proficiency in financial tracking and reporting, including interpreting financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical skills for financial data analysis and insights.
• Experience with Clarity PPM
  
  

Business Intelligence Skills:

• Advanced Excel proficiency, including functions, formulas, data manipulation, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization.
• Analytics proficiency in Jira, Confluence and Clarity PPM
• Proficiency in data visualization tools like Power BI, EazyBI or similar.
• Experience with databases and SQL for complex data operations and valuable insights.
• Hands-on data analysis experience, gathering, organizing, and aggregating project data.
• Ability to manipulate, clean, validate, and transform data for analysis.
  
  

Communication Skills:

• Expert PowerPoint user, proficient in design and advanced features.
• Compelling visual storytelling ability.
• Concise and engaging data summarization and visualization skills.
• Strong graphic design skills, including color, typography, and layout, leveraging industry presentation tools such as PowerBI.
• Business acumen to tailor communication to diverse audience needs.
• Excellent writing skills with a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style.
• Excellent presentation skills, comfortable presenting to internal/external stakeholders at all levels
  
  

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.

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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.