Job Description

We are looking for an Investment Compliance Analyst.

The Investment Compliance Analyst, as a member of Investment Compliance team, provides 2nd line independent oversight of regulatory risk management framework within the Investment Division, providing expert advice and guidance to assist our business in meeting its regulatory obligation. Investment Compliance has oversight over the Investment Division’s broad spectrum of assets and liabilities with a variety of activities that include:

• Bond Investments (Public & Private)
• Equity Investments (Public & Private)
• Mortgage Investments (Residential & Commercial)
• Asset Liability Management (Par and Non-Par Liabilities)
• GWL Realty Advisors (Canadian and U.S. Real Estate)

What you will do

• Responsible for equity aggregation for Canada and Europe Operations - Prepare and analyze results of the daily, monthly and quarterly reports to ensure compliance with Canadian and International Security Legislation.
• Responsible for the preparation, reconciliation and analysis of the quarterly reports including reports for the Management Investment Review Committee and the Investment Committee of the Board. This includes monitoring investment activities to ensure compliance with Canadian Investment Policy.
• Review and assess Canadian Investment strategies (e.g. alternative investments)
• Review and monitor risks (e.g. compliance, operational, privacy, IS) for significant initiatives and assess mitigation plans
• Perform second line compliance monitoring of processes, reports or tools to enable Investment Compliance to effectively oversee investment activities within the Investment Division.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of existing policies against current regulations to maintain mapping to ensure all relevant regulations are incorporated into management policies and processes; participate in any policy development as required
• Assess new and emerging regulations and create informative summaries describing implications for distribution to Investment Division leadership.
• Monitor and manage Corporate Compliance Assessment testing, findings and action plans
• Monitor and manage Internal Audit testing, findings and management action plans
• Participate in projects and other duties as assigned

What you will bring

• University level post secondary education in a related field
• CFA Level 2 Candidate or higher will be an asset or CPA with completion of Canadian Securities Course or CFA Institute Investment Foundations Course (or willingness to complete course within first 12 months)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and understand complex finance and investment concepts, models, and activities
• Very good organizational skills with excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritize, multi-task and handle high volumes and meet deadlines
• Strong level of flexibility, initiative, and sense of urgency
• Strong working knowledge in MS Access that can be demonstrated with the ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

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 and Winnipeg.

Be your best at Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life - Apply today!

Great-West Lifeco Inc. is a leading international financial services holding company headquartered in Canada with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. It operates in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Canada Life Germany, Canada Life UK, Canada Life Reinsurance, Empower Retirement, Putnam Investments and Irish Life.

In Canada, Great-West Lifeco operates under the Canada Life brand, offering a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions and serves the financial security needs of more than 12 million customers. Globally our combined companies have approximately 24,500 employees, 205,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – all serving more than 30 million customer relationships across these regions.

Being a part of our organization 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 are 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.

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.

We would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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