Development Specialist - 20 Month Contract
About the role
Temporary Full Time
The IS Valuation Initiatives team is within the CFO Canada organization. CFO Canada is responsible for the valuation and financial reporting processes associated with our Canadian lines of business. The IS Valuation Initiatives team focuses on Insurance Solutions and Wealth Solutions products, providing support to production teams during critical reporting periods, performing system and model development work associated with re-pricing, product launches, legacy system transformation, and other various internal and external initiatives, as well as handling security access and AXIS administrative tasks. This role is located at our London Head Office.
As a Development Specialist within the IS Valuation Initiatives area, you will have the opportunity to:
- Monitor the security of our area by managing access reviews of our networks and AD groups
- Handle Moody’s AXIS Administrative tasks such as invoicing and license provisioning
- Work with Moody’s Axis software, as well as various mainframe systems
- Develop knowledge of our Insurance Solutions and Wealth Solutions products, systems, valuation models and processes
- Gain exposure to the new financial reporting standard (IFRS 17)
- Be a part of a fast-paced and dynamic team
What You Will Do
- Ensure security review of area network drives and AD groups are completed consistent with controls processes
- Handle all security and administration tasks associated with Moody’s AXIS
- Produce quarterly reports for the production teams
- Investigate system, modeling, and process issues as they arise providing recommendations and implementing solutions
- Perform model development and process design work associated with various initiatives
What You Will Bring
- Advanced Excel, Word, VBA and MS Access skills
- Innovative problem-solver
- Well organized, delivering accurate work with an attention to detail, in a timely manner
- Team player who is also comfortable working independently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible to changes in workflow from month to month
The base salary for this position is between $55,700 - $92,800 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.
About Canada Life
At Canada Life, we’re focused on improving the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Whether handling policy claims, help growing and protecting clients’ retirement and investment savings, providing workplace mental health support for all employers or helping build stronger communities by investing in community projects, we are committed to putting the customer first in all that we do.
That trust is built on the dedication, skill and energy of our employees and advisors and their commitment to our customers and to our communities.
Canada Life is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco Inc. and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.
Development Specialist - 20 Month Contract
About the role
Temporary Full Time
The IS Valuation Initiatives team is within the CFO Canada organization. CFO Canada is responsible for the valuation and financial reporting processes associated with our Canadian lines of business. The IS Valuation Initiatives team focuses on Insurance Solutions and Wealth Solutions products, providing support to production teams during critical reporting periods, performing system and model development work associated with re-pricing, product launches, legacy system transformation, and other various internal and external initiatives, as well as handling security access and AXIS administrative tasks. This role is located at our London Head Office.
As a Development Specialist within the IS Valuation Initiatives area, you will have the opportunity to:
- Monitor the security of our area by managing access reviews of our networks and AD groups
- Handle Moody’s AXIS Administrative tasks such as invoicing and license provisioning
- Work with Moody’s Axis software, as well as various mainframe systems
- Develop knowledge of our Insurance Solutions and Wealth Solutions products, systems, valuation models and processes
- Gain exposure to the new financial reporting standard (IFRS 17)
- Be a part of a fast-paced and dynamic team
What You Will Do
- Ensure security review of area network drives and AD groups are completed consistent with controls processes
- Handle all security and administration tasks associated with Moody’s AXIS
- Produce quarterly reports for the production teams
- Investigate system, modeling, and process issues as they arise providing recommendations and implementing solutions
- Perform model development and process design work associated with various initiatives
What You Will Bring
- Advanced Excel, Word, VBA and MS Access skills
- Innovative problem-solver
- Well organized, delivering accurate work with an attention to detail, in a timely manner
- Team player who is also comfortable working independently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible to changes in workflow from month to month
The base salary for this position is between $55,700 - $92,800 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.
About Canada Life
At Canada Life, we’re focused on improving the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Whether handling policy claims, help growing and protecting clients’ retirement and investment savings, providing workplace mental health support for all employers or helping build stronger communities by investing in community projects, we are committed to putting the customer first in all that we do.
That trust is built on the dedication, skill and energy of our employees and advisors and their commitment to our customers and to our communities.
Canada Life is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco Inc. and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.