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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Analyst, a Power BI Specialist, to join our small quantitative team AAA (Advanced Analytics & Automation) at Canada Life. The focus of the role will be on building Power BI reports leveraging various sources and platforms that are effective in driving risk-based analysis and actionable insights and providing support to other teams in automating reporting solutions.

As a Senior Analyst in AAA, you will also be involved in developing machine learning applications, advanced analytics solutions, risk models and various automations. Given the broad range of projects and topics, this role comes with great opportunities for growth and learning. The role requires a unique combination of data visualization skills, automation capabilities, and quantitative expertise.

We offer a competitive salary package and a dynamic work environment, where innovation and collaboration are valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to contribute to a variety of innovation projects while leveraging cutting-edge technology.

What You Will Do

• Design and implement robust data models to support various advanced analytics and reporting solutions.
• Work with the quantitative team to develop and enhance machine learning applications, advanced analytics, risk modeling and robotic process automation projects.
• Support Enterprise Risk Management with data-driven risk reporting and data analysis.
• Act as an expert in Power BI, responsible for building visually appealing and interactive risk reports and dashboards.
• Use advanced Power BI features and functionality to develop insightful visualizations and data-driven storytelling.
• Collaborate with various teams within Risk, Compliance and Actuarial areas to identify reporting requirements, analyze data sources, and automate reporting solutions using Power BI and other tools.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis, identify patterns and trends, and provide actionable insights to support business decision-making.
• Develop and maintain best practices for report automation, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across the organization.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and best practices in data-driven reporting, reporting automation, and data visualization.

What You Will Bring

• Proven experience in a quantitative role withing the financial industry, specializing in advanced analytics, robotic process automation (RPA), machine learning applications, and risk modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results within established timelines.
• Proficiency in SQL and data manipulation techniques to extract and transform data from various sources.
• Knowledge of financial markets, products, and industry regulations is a plus.
• Solid understanding of data visualization best practices, with a keen eye for creating intuitive and impactful visualizations.
• Strong programming skills are required (one or more languages, such as Python, R, C++, etc.)
• Experience with data modeling, data management, and data governance principles.
• Proficiency in Power BI, including experience in designing and developing visually compelling and effective reports and dashboards.
• Experience with cloud solutions and reporting platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and business communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, deliver presentations, and facilitate projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex datasets.
• Bachelor’s degree in quantitative fields such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline. A master’s degree is preferred.

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 [email protected] .

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