Data Analyst

About the Company

Canada Life is a leading provider of financial services in Canada, dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals through a comprehensive range of insurance, retirement, and investment solutions. With a longstanding history of stability, innovation, and customer-centric approach, Canada Life prides itself on delivering exceptional value and support to its clients. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth, diversity, and community engagement. As part of its commitment to excellence, Canada Life continually invests in cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically skilled Data Analyst to join Canada Life’s Canada Operations & Business Enablement, Data Analytics and Reporting team. In this permanent full-time position, you will play a vital role in supporting various operational and strategic initiatives by developing, implementing, and maintaining robust analytics solutions. Your expertise will enable the organization to make informed decisions by transforming complex data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in data modeling, visualization, and statistical analysis, with the ability to work effectively with large, diverse datasets. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to Canada's leading financial services provider by leveraging data to drive performance and innovation.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in data analysis or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Finance, or a related discipline
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data extraction, transformation, and analysis
• Experience working with databases such as SQL Server
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like Azure and Databricks
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Access
• Certification as a Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300) is preferred
• Strong skills in Power BI, Data Modeling, Power Query, and DAX
• Ability to develop interactive dashboards and visualizations
• Experience working with large, raw datasets and identifying data discrepancies
• Understanding of statistical modeling and data analytics techniques
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently, learn quickly, and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of the Canada Life advisor contracting structure is an asset
• Reliability Status Security Clearance (to be obtained after offer acceptance)

Responsibilities

• Translate business needs into comprehensive data requirements and analytical solutions
• Collect, clean, explore, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources
• Develop, implement, and maintain data models, reports, and dashboards that support business operations
• Work with unstructured or inconsistent data to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Communicate findings and insights clearly to business leaders through visualizations and presentations
• Define, monitor, and optimize key metrics and KPIs aligned with strategic objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to understand business drivers and support decision-making
• Support the entire lifecycle of analytics projects, from initial requirements gathering to deployment and ongoing maintenance
• Automate data pipelines and streamline reporting processes to improve efficiency
• Identify data discrepancies and ensure data integrity across different periods and sources

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $59,800 to $109,700 annually, excluding variable components
• Opportunities for career development and advancement within a leading organization
• Access to industry-leading training programs and up to $2,000 annually for education reimbursement
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, including a $5,000 mental health support benefit
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and volunteer days
• Company-matching pension plan, share ownership programs, and investment options for financial security
• Recognition programs, employee discounts, and milestone celebrations
• Participation in Employee Resource Groups, mentorship programs, and social events fostering an inclusive community

Equal Opportunity

Canada Life is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure equal access to employment opportunities and are dedicated to removing barriers for all applicants. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations during the application process are encouraged to contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and company policies, ensuring confidentiality and fairness throughout the hiring process.