Senior Advisor, Personal Insurance, Strategic Operations - #195572

Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.

What To Expect

Reporting to the AVP, PI Operational Planning & Analysis, the Senior Advisor, Personal Insurance, Strategic Operations will work closely with the Personal Insurance senior leadership team to:

• Support the day-to-day execution of business strategy, including management of leadership team meetings and execution of strategic planning sessions and offsites
• Support the coordination and program management of strategic initiatives and projects
• Lead and manage the development of internal and external presentations, communications, and other reports as it relates to Personal Insurance
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis and reports on a timely manner to all queries from stakeholders, as required
• Support ad hoc requests, include liaising across teams to track initiatives, gather information, and support from a project management perspective
• Act as a Personal Insurance liaison across the broader enterprise, to answer questions, connect stakeholders, and provide subject matter expertise
• Support adherence to governance processes, and update and refine governance structures as necessary
  
  
  

What You Bring

• University degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related program
• 6+ years of relevant, full-time experience in management consulting or similar role
• Knowledge and experience with P&C insurance would be an asset
• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint knowledge is required.
• Proven record of analytical expertise and excellent attention to detail
• Superior written and verbal communication/presentation skills and ability to interact with senior executives and other cross divisional leaders in the organization
• An ability to make to make well-informed, effective, and timely decisions
• Ability to work in a team or independently with moderate supervision
• Self-motivated and consistently demonstrates an ability to take initiative on any issue
• An ability to adapt to new environments and take on new challenges
  
  
  

Salary range is: $87,400 - $161,000

Interested in this role, but don't meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn't need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We're actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren't just "nice to have" — they're essential to our success.

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services
  
  
  

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.  In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.

It's better here — but don't take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).