Director, Engagement Research, Policy, And Analysis

Director, Engagement Research, Policy, and Analysis domainBase2 Inc location_onToronto
About Upp
UPP is the first pension plan of its kind in Ontario’s university sector, proudly serving over 37,000 members across four universities and 12 affiliate organizations. Our purpose is to bring greater retirement peace of mind to the university sector by investing with integrity and serving members with care. As a sector-wide plan designed for growth, our doors are open to all Ontario universities.
Together, we’re a team of progressive thinkers and agile doers operating within a fast-paced culture of collaboration and respect. We believe in bringing smart and capable people together to create, solve and grow with a clear shared vision and values of integrity, inclusivity, ingenuity, and impact.
Our culture is intentionally welcoming and purposefully rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation (EDIR). We believe diverse teams, perspectives, and lived experiences contribute to better decisions and a better workplace.
As a long-term investor, we recognize that environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) factors support risk management and value creation. As stated in our Responsible Investing Policy , we are committed to incorporating ESG considerations into our investment management activities and we collaborate with other industry participants in the promotion of a sustainable economy and society.
Join us in building a bright future for our members, our organization, and each other.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Director, Engagement Research, Policy, and Analysis to lead the research and analysis of existing single employer pension plans as well as contribute to policy analysis in support of government relations. The ideal candidate will have existing relationships in the Ontario university and labour sectors, drawing on past experience to contribute to UPP’s business growth by attracting universities and unions to the Plan. With a strong foundation in financial metrics, research, and analysis, the Director, Engagement Research, Policy, and Analysis will prepare reports, analyses, and plan comparisons to support UPP’s engagement and outreach with the Ontario university sector. The Director will also conduct research and policy analysis, and prepare reports to support UPP’s government relations priorities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced pension, policy analysis, or research professional to join a team of high performing professionals to make a great impact in a growing, fast-paced, start-up environment.
UPP is based in Toronto’s financial district and has a hybrid work model (~2 days / week in office).This role will require occasional travel within Ontario.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
To be successful in the role, the Director, Engagement Research, Policy, and Analysis must:

• Think strategically about UPP and recommend engagement approaches with the university sector and its complex network of stakeholders
• Possess extensive knowledge of the pension industry and relevant legislation
• Be knowledgeable about pension related metrics and be able to analyze key data points to compare pension plans
• Be able to analyze university financial information, collective agreements, and other documentation to garner insights
• Actively and collaboratively engage with UPP colleagues and leadership
• Understand needs, sensitivities, priorities, drivers, and pressures of the parties within the University community involved with the process.
• Understand the nuances of university communities and how they impact decision making
• Quickly deliver valuable results

In summary, the Director must be a pension plan expert who can highlight deep insights through research and who is always ready to help others succeed.
Key Accountabilities
The Director will be responsible for a variety of duties, including but not limited to the following:

• Using a variety of qualitative and quantitative factors, work with UPP’s Actuarial and Pension Services teams to analyse how UPP would fit and provide value to a prospective university community.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on single employer pension plans, financial statements, collective agreements, and other relevant documents.
• Inform UPP’s internal strategy discussions and provide expert advice to leadership related to sector engagement.
• Contribute to UPP’s reputation as a respectful employer, partner, and participant in the financial services sector.
• Communicate and present information about UPP, how it compares with a university’s current pension plan, and the features and benefits that may be most attractive to a particular stakeholder group considering UPP as a possible pension solution.
• Contribute to policy analysis in support of UPP’s government relations priorities and draft government submissions or public facing reports on behalf of the UPP.

Qualifications & Experience

• Understanding of institutional decision making and governance structures in a university environment.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.
• Understanding of federal and provincial government decision making processes and considerations.
• University degree in a relevant field combined with broad professional experience.
• Strong working proficiency in French is considered an asset for this role.
• Understanding of collective bargaining, labour organizing principles and approaches, and the Canadian labour ecosystem.
• Understanding of the Ontario university sector.
• Strong ability to write and convey complex information in an audience focussed, accessible manner.
• Knowledge of the Canadian retirement security ecosystem and pension industry, or the ability to quickly get up to speed in order to effectively communicate UPP’s value proposition to stakeholders.
• 5 -7 years in an actuarial, pension specialist, labour research, policy analyst, or other relevant role.

Attributes

• Commitment to excellence
• Strong commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
• A lifelong learner with keen interest in learning and applying new business practices technologies
• Proven leadership skills, with ability to drive results while cultivating a culture of collaboration and teamwork
• An open and transparent relationship builder who can forge long lasting, mutually beneficial professional relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ownership mindset
• Self-motivated with a hands-on attitude
• Pro-active problem solver

LIFE AT UPP
Do work that matters. We are duty-bound to serve our members’ interests, and it’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly. That’s why we’ve ingrained sustainability in our work from day one—to ensure our members have a resilient future to retire into, both today and for generations to come.
Stronger together. Collaboration is how UPP was born, and it’s how we work with each other and our partners day in, day out. No one at UPP is just a number (even if they are excellent at math) and every win is a shared win.
Grow every day. You’ll have the opportunity to work on unique, once-in-a-career projects that maximize your skill set and probably teach you some new ones—at any stage in your career.
Benefits
Check out some highlights of our inclusive employee-focused benefits program including
Prioritize wellness. At UPP, wellness takes many forms. Ultimately, it’s about ensuring our people are cared for in the ways that matter to them.

• Extended paramedical and mental health service coverage
• Comprehensive group benefits including medical, dental, vision, etc.
• Health care and lifestyle spending accounts
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Fertility treatments, paid parental leave, and gender affirmation coverage
• Work from abroad up to eight weeks/year

UPP enthusiastically welcomes people with all abilities, backgrounds and lived experiences to our workplace and is committed to being a diverse, inclusive, and equitable employer.
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