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About the role
- AVP Strategy, Planning and Operational Risk driving strategic execution at Sun Life Health. Identifying market opportunities and managing risk for health benefits services in Canada.
Responsibilities
- Drive Strategic Vision & Growth
- Identify and capitalize on strategic opportunities that strengthen our business model and create new revenue streams
- Develop compelling analyses and actionable strategies that influence C-suite decision-making
- Lead senior strategy sessions, partnering with cross-functional leaders to maintain and evolve our 5-year strategic plan
- Monitor competitive landscapes and anticipate 5-10 year industry trends, positioning Sun Life Health ahead of the curve
- Uncover strategic partnership and growth opportunities that accelerate our mission
- Lead Strategic Planning & Execution
- Facilitate development of business objectives and key results (OKRs), ensuring alignment across the organization
- Design executive-level dashboards tracking strategic metrics and translating insights into action
- Deliver impactful executive briefings that drive informed decision-making
- Connect strategy to execution, ensuring plans translate into measurable outcomes
- Build World-Class Risk & Governance Frameworks
- Design and implement governance structures that enable—rather than obstruct—strategic goals
- Champion operational risk culture throughout Sun Life Health, making risk management a competitive advantage
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Audit to create efficient, effective oversight that meets regulatory requirements
- Proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate escalation and mitigation
- Lead regulatory compliance initiatives, managing working groups and ensuring business readiness for legislative changes
- Influence & Collaborate Across the Enterprise
- Communicate complex strategies clearly and compellingly to executive audiences
- Build strong partnerships across silos, connecting dots between Group Benefits, Sun Life Health, and Canada operations
- Tailor communication to maximize buy-in and foster productive relationships at all levels
- Develop High-Performing Teams
- Provide inspiring, collaborative leadership to strategy, governance, and risk professionals
- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence
- Champion professional development, engagement, and well-being within your team
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive business experience, with demonstrated strategic impact
- Extensive strategy expertise with proven ability to develop and execute complex strategic initiatives
- Insurance or financial services background (ideally in group benefits)
- Leadership in highly regulated environments, with experience introducing innovation within compliance constraints
- People and budget management experience leading high-performing teams
- Risk and governance expertise, including oversight of risk management frameworks
- Bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only
Benefits
- Purpose-driven work: Help millions of Canadians live healthier lives
- Strategic impact: Shape the future of a critical business priority for Sun Life
- Growth opportunity: Lead strategy during a transformational period in healthcare
- Collaborative culture: Work with talented leaders across a respected organization
- Innovation focus: Balance governance with entrepreneurial thinking in a dynamic environment
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