Process Improvement Leader - Investment Finance

Process Improvement Leader - Investment Finance

Location: Hybrid - York Mills / University Ave

Empire life is looking to hire a Process Improvement Leader to join our Corporate Finance team supporting initiatives in the Investment Finance area!

Why pursue this opportunity

Join a transforming business- We are a medium-sized Canadian company in a stable industry which is rapidly transforming.

The role- Process Improvement Leaders are expected to perform well on assigned projects and initiatives. The successful execution of assignments over time may lead to the Process Improvement Leader moving into other leadership roles in finance.

By continuously demonstrating leadership, execution excellence, and delivering impactful results, you will have the opportunity to take on new challenges and contribute to the organization’s success in prominent roles within the finance domain.

What you’ll be working on

• Establish KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and develop metrics to measure investment process performance and report on results to stakeholders
• Lead and facilitate process improvement projects, ensuring effective project management, adherence to timelines, and successful implementation.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in the investment sector to proactively identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
• Apply process improvement methodologies to identify root causes, propose solutions and drive process changes.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to evaluate existing investment processes, identify pain points and develop strategies for improvement.
• Initiate and build effective relationships with colleagues in other departments, leveraging strong interpersonal and influencing skills to support and develop effective cross-departmental relations and work initiatives
• Conduct thorough analysis of current workflows, systems and data to identify areas of optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Design and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance investment operations, reduce risk, and increase overall effectiveness

What we’re looking for you to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field
• Demonstrated proactive initiative with ability to take ownership of challenges and promptly take appropriate action
• Strong leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems, utilizing data driven insights
• Minimum 7 years of experience in investment management, asset management or a related field, with a deep understanding of investment processes, systems and industry best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders at all levels

Beyond the salary

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health expense account
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• Competitive uncapped commission for sales positions
• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Flexible work arrangements
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions
• A generous cash employee referral program
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching

To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.

Get to know us

Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact [email protected].