Manager, FATCA/CRS Governance

Permanent Part Time 

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Manager, FATCA/CRS Governance

Canada Life is seeking a Manager, FATCA/CRS to provide Canadian enterprise leadership and subject matter expertise for Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and Common Reporting Standards (CRS) compliance across Canada Life and its subsidiaries.

The Product Tax team serves as the organizational lead for FATCA/CRS interpretation, guiding dissemination of legislation, shaping industry standards, and supporting a consistent, efficient compliance framework. While day-to-day execution and risk ownership reside within the business units, this role ensures enterprise alignment with Canadian legislation, global standards, and evolving regulatory expectations.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert on FATCA and CRS, maintaining deep technical expertise in Canadian, U.S., Bermuda, and OECD requirements.
• Interpret legislation and global standards, assess impacts, and provide clear guidance to business units, risk, and compliance teams.
• Own and maintain corporate FATCA/CRS policies, ensuring alignment with legislation and disseminating to support consistent application across the organization.
• Monitor regulatory developments and disseminate updates, influencing required changes to policies, processes, systems, and documentation.
• Provide technical advisory support for internal stakeholders, including assessment of applicability to new legal entities and product offerings.
• Lead training initiatives to ensure organizational understanding and readiness.
• Support internal and external audits, including coordination, issue resolution, and oversight of adherence to legislative requirements.
• Lead the internal FATCA/CRS working group, fostering collaboration and enterprise alignment.
• Represent Canada Life externally, engaging with regulators and industry forums and advocating for fair, practical implementation of FATCA and CRS requirements.

What You Will Bring:

• CPA designation and/or significant tax or compliance experience (preferred)
• 5+ years of experience with insurance and/or wealth products and applicable tax legislation
• Strong understanding of financial institutions and regulatory operating environments
• In-depth knowledge of FATCA, CRS, and OECD standards
• Experience engaging with regulators, industry groups, and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to influence and lead across a matrixed organization
• Ability to translate complex technical requirements into practical guidance
• Strong communication, judgment, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated track record of driving results and strengthening governance

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The base salary for this position is between $102,000 - $152,000 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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