Sr Manager, Corporate Strategy

The successful candidate will be reporting directly into the VP, Corporate Strategy and will be responsible for independently driving the entire lifecycle from issue identification to strategy formulation.  The Senior Manager will be working with cross-functional teams and senior leaders in the organization, and expected to possess strong consulting fundamentals, relationship building skills, the ability to adapt to dynamic situations, and a strong intellectual curiosity to understand and deepen his/her learnings in new disciplines.  

What to expect 

• Be a “hands on” and “creative” leader in the corporate strategy team
• Act as an “in-house management consultant” – apply strategic thinking to solve complex Corporate Strategy problems
• Be constantly challenged by varying challenges that each require unique problem-solving methods and frameworks
• Support deliverables that will shape decision-making by the executive team and Board
• Engage with a wide spectrum of functional executives across the organization
• Independently drive analysis to arrive at options and recommendations using a hypothesis and data driven approach
• Drive innovation agenda working with a cross-functional team
• Support the research & development of POV on emerging / new to company ideas
• Support the leadership team with development of presentation decks that communicate information and ideas effectively and simply
• Do all this within a supportive environment led by empathetic leaders who encourage pursuit of your passions and learnings
• Work-life balance and flexibility with no overnight travel- 3 days a week in office is required.

What you bring 

• 8+ years of strategy development experience gained at a top-tier management consulting firm
• P&C insurance industry experience is desired but not necessary
• Deep experience in core strategy development (i.e., evaluating new business opportunities, developing go-to-market strategies, business model assessments)
• Experience building business cases to support strategy execution
• Strong business acumen, with aptitude for strategic, analytical and critical thinking
• Ability to partner with senior leaders to drive engagement and support decision making
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving high quality output
• Ability to do research & develop POVs on emerging / new to company ideas
• Exceptional written presentation skills, with the ability to prepare informative and impactful presentation decks to express complex ideas graphically
• Acute attention to detail and strong commitment to producing excellent work products
• Openness to take feedback and improve, perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, and sometimes conflicting priorities
• Exposure/experience leveraging AI tools to enhance research, analysis, or productivity
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel is required

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Definity we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Salary Range: $106,500 - $156,500

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.

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

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
• Incentive Program - 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.
• 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

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).

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