Manager Group Product Development - Toronto, Canada - Canada Life Assurance Company

Canada Life Assurance Company

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

Accountabilities:

Take the lead on the identification/investigation of requirements related to all assigned product/service research projects
Building relationships with impacted business areas across the division to obtain buyin, determine optimal solutions and guide implementation of new products and services
Responsible for all aspects of the product development process including research, design, operational assessment, development and implementation on assigned projects
Lead a team of product development associate managers, digital product management specialists and product development specialists, which includes providing direction and support on projects, legislative and product related issues
Ensure project protocols are adhered to throughout the course of a project
Provide direct support to the field and clients following the launch of a new product

Qualifications and Competencies:

A strong belief that the customer is at the center of what we do
Deep knowledge of Group benefits (Life and Health) and industry
Postsecondary education or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; required to develop relationships with all members of the team as well as field partners, clients, and advisors
Ability to work as a team, demonstrating support for teammates and the department
Ability to be creative, think outside the box, challenge status quo and seek opportunities for continuous improvement
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; able to articulate requirements/issues/concerns
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Demonstrated analytical skills
Dedicated to providing exceptional client service, internally and externally
Selfmotivated with the ability to manage a demanding workload to ensure that all deadlines and mandates are met by the team
Adapt to changing priorities
Ability to work in a fastpaced and resultsoriented environment

_ Because of the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in either of the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg._
**Be your best at Canada Life

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.

We are one of Canada's top 100 employers

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._

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Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted_**LI-Hybrid