Manager, Investments Assurance

 Permanent Full Time

Global Financial Risk Audit is recruiting a CFA professional for the role of Manager, Investments Assurance.

This is a leadership position on the Global Financial Risk Audit team, which operates as a single global internal audit function. You will lead audits covering multiple operating segments (e.g., Canada, Empower, Europe, and C&RS), and collaborate with team members in Canada, Ireland, the UK, and the USA.  You will be a technical subject matter expert for Internal Audit on Investment risks and processes.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your investments expertise in a global setting. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of front‑, middle‑, and back‑office processes through audits of various investment related processes. You’ll build a broad understanding of Lifeco’s business and partner with senior stakeholders in Investments, ALM, and Finance to deliver impactful, insight‑rich audits.

You will report to the AVP, Financial Risk Audit.

What you will do :

• Internal Audit Initiatives and Effectiveness:
  • Contribute investment subject matter expertise to the Internal Audit Investments Community of Practice.
  • Contribute to audit improvement initiatives, especially the use of data and analytics, while staying current with internal priorities and emerging investment themes.
• Audit Delivery:
  • Lead investment-focused audit engagements and provide investment subject matter expertise to other related audits.
  • Scope, execute, and review testing across key investment processes—such as research and security selection, portfolio construction and risk measurement, trading controls, valuation governance, mandate management, derivatives, and change initiatives.
  • Evaluate internal controls, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate findings clearly to management.
• Leadership:
  • Provide engagement leadership; reviewing work and driving high standards.
  • Offer coaching and mentoring to develop team members; note, this role does not include direct people management responsibilities.
• Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) Responsibilities:
  • Lead or support annual testing of investment-related controls for ICOFR

What you will bring 

Required Qualifications:

• CFA charter holder or candidate who has passed CFA Level III (charter pending acceptable).
• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in investment management, asset management, capital markets, or investment risk/oversight. (Internal audit/assurance experience is an asset; onboarding to internal audit methodology will be supported.)
• Strong technical understanding across asset classes and strategies, including traditional assets (fixed income, equities) and alternatives/derivatives; familiarity with Level 3/illiquid valuations and portfolio risk measurement concepts.
• Ability to translate complex investment concepts into clear, concise messages for senior stakeholders and audit reports.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and lead projects or engagements.

Competencies:

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of investment risks, products, and processes, with the ability to apply this knowledge to assess controls and identify improvement opportunities.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse investment related processes and identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Leadership: Ability to lead engagements ensuring quality while managing through change and provide coaching to developing team members.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with auditors and management teams across the organization.
• Integrity: High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the audit process.

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

The base salary for this position is between  $76,400 - $141,400 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.

Be your best at Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life - Apply today! 

Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. We operate in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Empower and Irish Life. 

At the end of 2023, our companies had over 33,500 employees, 232,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 42 million customer relationships.

Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.

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 talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

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

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