SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors. We are breaking new ground with a full spectrum of solutions for a growing institutional client base of more than 1400 organizations. Our history of organic and strategic growth reflects this commitment with over CA$387/US$286 billion in assets under management (AUM). As a subsidiary of Sun Life, we are aligned with one of the world’s leading financial services companies, and benefit from the stability and strength of that relationship.  

We are a performance-driven organization with a deliberate focus on fostering a development-focused, inclusive culture revolving around our Core Values of being client obsessed, valuing each other, acting with speed and having an owner’s mindset.  As part of our team, you play a role in fulfilling our purpose and making a difference. We offer a rewarding work environment that is filled with opportunity for growth where you will be empowered to meet the challenges of a highly competitive landscape.

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SLC Management offers a mix of in-office and virtual work where our employees are empowered to do their best. Generally, employees are expected to work three or more days in-office each week with flexibility depending on their business, client and team needs.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director to join our Strategy and Financial Modeling team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives, creating financial models, and providing insightful analysis to support decision-making processes. This role requires a deep understanding of alternative investments (e.g., private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and private equity), exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts effectively.

What Is in It for You:

Lead the development of financial models to evaluate new strategic initiatives, M&A, partnerships, capital deployment, and organic growth strategies

Partner with executive leadership and business unit heads to support strategic planning and decision-making

Oversee long-term financial forecasting, scenario planning, capital planning, and valuation analysis

Build models that analyze product and Client-level profitability to make informed recommendations

Lead the development of C-level and Board materials related to strategy and financial performance and outlook

Build and maintain robust frameworks for corporate development and capital allocation

Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Capital & Treasury, Investor Relations, Sales & Business Development, and other Sun Life corporate functions

Drive continuous improvement of financial modeling standards, templates, and planning tools

Mentor a high-performing team of strategy & finance professionals

Stay current on alternative asset management industry trends, macroeconomic developments, and competitive dynamics

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

Strategic thinking – ability to synthesize complex inputs into actionable insights and long-term planning

Advanced financial modeling – expert-level proficiency in building, auditing, and managing complex models (DCF, LBO, scenario analysis)

Strong business acumen – deep understanding of asset management business models, financial drivers, and industry KPIs

Executive communication – ability to present clearly and persuasively to C-level and Board audiences

Leadership & collaboration – proven experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing without authority

Analytical rigor – data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision support

Intellectual curiosity – proactively seeks to understand complex business drivers, industry dynamics, technology tools, and emerging trends to inform better decision-making and improve efficiency of operations

Change management – experience navigating organizational change and driving adoption of strategic priorities in a matrixed environment

Comfort with ambiguity – thrives in dynamic environments by navigating uncertainty with sound judgement, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset

Integrity and discretion – ability to handle confidential and market-sensitive information with professionalism

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or CFA designation preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, strategy/ management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development

Strong understanding of alternative investments is highly preferred, including private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and private credit

Demonstrated career progression, with a track record of increasing responsibility and advancement, reflecting strong performance, leadership potential, and impact

Demonstrated success in leading strategic finance initiatives at the enterprise or business unit level

Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams

Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, and financial planning tools

Why SLC Management?

Opportunity to work for a growing global institutional asset managerExcellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading maternity, parental and adoption leave top up program, a partially-paid sabbatical program and much morePension, stock and savings programs with an employer-paid match to help build and enhance your future financial securityA flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture focused on career growth development #WeWinAsATeamThe opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potentialAward winning workplace culture - Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S., “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor, Award for Excellence for Mental Health at Work, “Best Places to Work in Money Management” by Pension & Investments

SLC Management is a regulated business, and this means that there are certain financial reporting and trading preclearance requirements for all employees. Successful candidates will be required to declare personal investment accounts and securities investments as well as seek preclearance on future transactions including those of household members.

Job Category:

Finance

Salary Range

105,000/105 000 - 180,000/180 000

We are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range for this role is competitive and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined by your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on individual and overall business performance along with a broad range of competitive benefits.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations. 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 thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.