Instructional Designer - 6 Month Term

Temporary Full Time 

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This is a 6-Month Temporary Position*

Our award-winning enterprise Learning and Development (L&D) team is looking for an Instructional Designer (ID). This is a 6-month contract role, reporting to Associate Manager, Instructional Design and Delivery. It is a hybrid role (3 days a week in the office) and can be based out of Canada Life’s London, Montreal, Toronto or our Winnipeg campuses in Canada.  

As an ID, you will design, develop, implement and/or measure employee and people leader initiatives aligned to the learning, performance, and strategic needs of the organization.  You will engage with project/initiative teams to help develop, execute, and sustain organizational change required for Canada Life and its employees to succeed. This role will be focused on supporting enterprise and HR learning and performance initiatives. 

  

What you will do: 

• Participate in strategic learning initiatives, including defining/validating appropriate success measures, reviewing needs assessment, developing plans to achieve, and managing all elements of the learning solution. 

• Collaborate with senior leaders, subject matter experts, project stakeholders, L&P Operations, instructional designers, and senior learning consultants to create relevant solutions.  

• Create instructional materials, presentations, digital modules, and job aids using tools such as MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Copilot), Articulate, Vyond, Camtasia, SnagIt, and Canva. 

• Maintain a keen understanding of learning trends, developments, and best practices. 

• Drive and deliver operational excellence through sustainable program recommendations, formalized maintenance strategies, measurement and evaluation strategies. 

• Test and implement learning solutions in partnership with L&D team members, including accessibility and LMS testing.  

• Support the team in the related L&D events and initiatives.  
   

 What you will bring: 

• 3+ years of experience working in a corporate or L&D environment, concentrated around learning, performance and/or learning project/program management. 

• Strong instructional design background, or experience designing learning and performance support assets. 

• Strong graphic/visual design skills, ideally with experience designing in tools such as Articulate 360, Canva, Vyond, etc. Experience with Microsoft applications is expected (PowerPoint, Word, Teams etc.) 

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to effectively coordinate multiple deadlines. 

• Work independently while embracing opportunities for collaboration with the L&D team and stakeholders.  

• Strong writing skills, ability to write in plain language, aligned to the learning modality.  

• Ideal education includes a post-secondary Degree/Diploma in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field. A specialized learning and/or certificate (i.e. CTP/CTDP) is an asset. 

• Experience in supporting HR or enterprise-wide projects is an asset.  

• Proven passion/interest in learning-related topics and activities, being a lifelong learner, with a drive for self-growth. 

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The base salary for this position is between $62,800 - $104,700 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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