You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Director, Strategic Initiatives, the Manager, Strategic Initiatives will play a critical role in the development, implementation and monitoring of new programs and strategic initiatives that support the overall growth and productivity of our advisory network. The focus of this role will be on growth initiatives and performance insights while proactively anticipating business needs and recommending new opportunities and/or enhancements.

What will you do?

Gather, review and analyze data to support business case development for proposed initiativesAssist in the development and evaluation of strategies including financial impactCollaborate and align with stakeholders to lead delivery of high-impact initiativesAccountable for project management and communication of proposed initiativesReport regularly on initiatives progress, identify emerging risks and recommend mitigationsDevelop presentations and other materials for senior leadership as requiredAccountable for management reporting required for leadership presentations, business results, and other ad-hoc requestsDefine, monitor and report OKRs, performance insights and recommendations to achieve strategic outcomesAssist in the annual budget planning process and monthly expense variance reporting and analysis functions.

What do you need to succeed?

Strong analytical skills - experience gathering, reviewing and analyzing data to inform business decisionsStrategic-mindset, ability to see the bigger picture while managing day-to-day business activityStrong business acumen and presentation skills - experience building business cases, developing presentations and other materialsStrong project & program management capabilities - experience working with stakeholders with the ability to manage a portfolio of initiativesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong interpersonal and collaboration skills and ability to influence peers to achieve a desired resultSuperior organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectivelyAbility to work independently with a strong achievement motivationUnderstanding of Sun Life Canada’s business and objectives is an asset

What’s in it for you?

We’re proud to be a Best Workplace for Hybrid Work by Great Place to Work® CanadaBe part of our continuous improvement journey in developing the next greatest digital enterprise experience that is united by our Purpose: to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family.Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.  

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

78,000/78 000 - 128,000/128 000

Job Category:

Sales - Distribution Support

Posting End Date:

22/08/2025