Compliance Advisor

Permanent Full Time 

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Reporting to the Manager, Compliance, you will join a team of Compliance Advisors and Senior Compliance Advisors responsible for providing first-line compliance support for legislative requirements related to multiple business units within Workplace Solutions. You will support our business partners with expert compliance advice and guidance on regulatory risk to enable them to meet their regulatory compliance obligations.

What you will do:

With the assistance of Senior Compliance Advisors, you will be responsible for the following:

• Act as compliance representative on projects involving Group Benefits, Group Retirement Services and Freedom Experience
• Interpret new and updated legislation of the various provincial jurisdictions and regulatory authoritie
• Participate in regulatory update reviews and research legislation to provide constructive input into emerging rules and regulations and to provide appropriate guidance to the business on potential impacts
• Help make sure legislative changes have appropriate Group Benefits, Group Retirement Services and Freedom Experience awareness and engagement, as applicabl
• Act as Compliance representative on projects involving Group Benefits, Group Retirement Services and Freedom Experience
• Manage timelines to ensure regulatory changes and project work are completed within the defined schedules
• Research and respond to compliance and product & services inquiries from the administration teams and distribution channels you support
• Liaise with other compliance departments within Canada LifeCollaborate with all operation teams you support to help sustain projects, changes and other initiatives
• Develop and maintain relationships with external parties including provincial and federal authorities as well as industry partners
• Help implement regulatory compliance controls such as licensing, accessibility and privacy
• Assist in maintaining licensing oversight
• Create and update compliance policies, practices, and guidelines to comply with emerging regulatory requirements
• Review and assist business unit in timely resolution of privacy breaches; help take corrective action, as required
• Review and assist business unit in handling complaints
• Review sales calls and provide feedback to leaders
• Review new product or business requests and determine impact to contractual material and applications; work with impacted areas to apply the changes to the affected material

What you will bring:

• Post-secondary education preferred; however, applicants with an equivalent level of training or experience will be considered
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a financial services industry role with operational risk and compliance related accountabilities
• Experience in compliance, in group or individual health and life insurance or group retirement will be an asset
• Knowledge of pension legislation
• Familiarity with the concept of managing risk is required
• Ability to review and interpret complex material
• Mature self-starter who assumes ownership of problems and identifies creative solutions
• Strong organization skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities independently
• Dedicated team player, keen on sharing knowledge, skills and ideas with team members and business partners
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management; ability to foster working relationships with all business partners at all levels, both internal and external to the organization
• Excellent analytical, strong problem-solving skills and trouble-shooting ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Montreal, Toronto, London, Winnipeg

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The base salary for this position is between $XX,XXX - $XX,XXX annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life 

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.  

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you! 

What we offer:  

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member: 

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement. 

• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being. 

• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.  

• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options. 

• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!  
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.  

Learn more about Canada Life.  

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact  talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.  

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

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