Senior Product Specialist

Permanent Full Time 

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We are seeking a Senior Product Specialist to join our Health Products team. A key role responsible for shaping and advancing Canada Life’s health and drug benefits portfolio. This position plays a critical part in managing our suite of health benefits solutions, with a focus on enhancing health product offerings, across health and drugs and other products that support both plan sponsors and members. The Senior Product Specialist will lead product improvements, drive strategic enhancements, and ensure our health benefits solutions continue to deliver meaningful value and exceptional outcomes.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an innovative professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and excels at navigating complexity to deliver results.

What you will do 

• Product Optimization: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement and performance enhancement.
• Impact Analysis: Assess legislative, market, and compliance-driven changes; recommend and support implementation of product enhancements or mitigation strategies.
• Change Management: Evaluate operational changes from third-party providers and business initiatives; provide actionable recommendations to ensure seamless transitions.
• Vendor Oversight: Support supplier management processes, ensuring alignment between contractual obligations and service delivery; lead necessary adjustments.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with business development, marketing, and support teams to drive product adoption and satisfaction.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a trusted expert on health products, providing technical guidance and responding to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

What you will bring 

• Deep understanding of product management practices.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into actionable plans and deliver results efficiently.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration and relationship building.
• Experience leading projects and managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• University degree; post-secondary education in business, health, or technology is an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in group benefits, health products, or related fields.
• Experience with health product management, health and drug experience is an asset
• Bilingual in French is an asset
• Reliability Status Security Clearance – this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment. This is a personal security status that is required as a condition of employment before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada  website.  The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.
   

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The base salary for this position is between $59,800 - $109,700 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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