Permanent Full TimeReporting to the Director, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), the Analyst, Great-West ERM, Shared Services supports enterprise risk management activities through data collection, research, analysis, monitoring and reporting related to current and emerging risks, risk measurement, and quarterly and annual risk reporting. The Analyst contributes analytical and coordination support within established methodologies, governance processes and reporting frameworks. The role helps maintain risk-related data and metrics, prepares reporting materials, coordinates information gathering across stakeholders, and supports the team in continuously improving the efficiency and quality of ERM processes. This role works with segment risk oversight teams and members of the Great-West ERM Shared Services team to support established production processes, collection and analysis of information, monitoring and reporting.

What you will do

Support the current and emerging risk program:

Perform data analysis of current and emerging risk information, including inputs from regular environmental scans, quarterly reviews, roundtables, reporting and annual risk workshops. Support the maintenance of current and emerging risk data and help ensure risk registers and related reporting materials are current, accurate and supported by validated information. Coordinate information gathering with stakeholders across segment risk oversight functions and support timely completion of established processes.

Support quarterly and annual risk reporting

Prepare and support risk reporting, key risk slides and other analysis for quarterly and annual risk reporting processes. Conduct annual peer review and other analysis supporting the MD&A risk management disclosure. Collect, clean and aggregate information to support monitoring, reporting and presentation materials.

Support risk measurement and monitoring activities

Support annual self-assessments and related reporting through data aggregation, analysis and reporting support. Build out and maintain risk culture scorecard data and other metrics as required. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in data collection, analysis and reporting processes, including appropriate use of automation and AI tools.

Provide team operational and analytical support

Coordinate updates to global risk organizational charts and other centralized coordination activities. Provide ad hoc data analysis in support of team capacity needs or special projects. Support direct team members and take direction from team members other than the immediate supervisor where appropriate.

What you will bring

2–4 years of relevant experience in risk management, analytics, reporting, business analysis or a related oversight/support function. College or university education, with demonstrated ability to perform data analysis and manage work across timelines and priorities. Business acumen, research skills and strong analytical capability, with the ability to work with data to support risk identification, measurement and monitoring. Broad business, economics and financial knowledge, including awareness of current events and their potential relevance to current and emerging risks. Strong project management, time management and schedule self-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and re-plan in a dynamic environment. Relationship-building and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders. Computer literacy and expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; ability to query AI tools effectively and validate outputs for accuracy. Preferred: a risk management designation, or progress toward a risk management designation.

Working style and success in the role

Delivers accurate, timely information and reporting materials that support ERM processes and decision-making by leadership. Maintains current, accurate and well-organized risk-related data and metrics. Works within defined methodologies and governance processes, with guidance and oversight from the Director, ERM.

Contributes to process efficiency and quality improvements

Location

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  The base salary for this position is between $59,800.00 - $109,700.00 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.

Grow with Great-West Lifeco

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 2024, our companies had over 32,250 employees, 106,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 40 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.

What we offer

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:  Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.  Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.  Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.   Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.  Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!   Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.   Learn more about Great-West Lifeco.   We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact  talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Great-West Lifeco policies.   #LI-Hybrid