Director, Global Assets Structuring

Lifeco Staff 

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We are looking for a Director, Global Asset Structuring. 

In this role, you will report to the Managing Director, Head of Global Investment Solutions and will be the overall leader of the asset structuring efforts.

The Director, Global Asset Structuring will work closely with investment teams, business leaders, capital management, tax, ALM and financial risk organizations to create efficient asset structuring solutions that drive value across insurance business units.

What you will do:

• Drive value creation at Lifeco through asset structuring solutions
• Coordinate with asset underwriting teams to explore structuring opportunities
• Consult with internal departments (i.e., risk, tax, capital, accounting) to validate structuring ideas
• Build and maintain relationship with banks, regulators, rating agencies, law firms and auditors
• Present structuring solutions to senior stakeholders and committees for approval
• Execute structuring mandates and oversee lifecycle events of special purpose vehicles (SPVs)
• Support downstream business processes such as asset valuation, modeling, and hedging

What you will bring:

• 7+ years of work experience in asset structuring and origination, ideally within an insurance company, investment bank or rating agency
• Understanding of properties, loans (CLOs), alternative assets and asset-back securities (ABS)
• Experience of managing structuring projects involving coordination with both internal and external stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as finance, economics, or a quantitative subject. Post-graduate degrees and CFA are considered strong assets
• Creative and strategic thinking with proven analytical and problem-solving skills to identify meaningful solutions
• A drive for results and ability to create a culture of accountability
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Decisiveness coupled with high quality decision making
• Flexibility to adapt and manage within a fast-paced, dynamic business environment
• Proven ability to develop strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Effective change management capabilities
• Strategic vendor management experience and a strong financial discipline
• Expert communicator, with the ability to simplify technical issues
• Strength in attracting, motivating, and developing talent to build the right team to meet our strategic direction and the needs of tomorrow   

We are Great-West Lifeco

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. As part of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, Great West Lifeco 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. Great-West Lifeco’s Global Technology division partners with the global operating companies to provide strategic direction and governance for our overall technology solutions.

Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted  

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The base salary for this position is between  $92,100 - $170,500 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 Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life 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’re 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.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

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.

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

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