Job Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the Canadian business strategy, in close partnership with the Business Head and stakeholders across the global organization.
- Provide support, unbiased advice, analysis and recommendations to the Head of the Canadian business and other senior stakeholders to drive the business growth agenda.
- Collaborate with global product teams to address/prioritize demand in Canada.
- Own the operating/service model for the Asset Management business in Canada, including build out of foundational capabilities for growth in new markets, client segments and products.
- Stay abreast of Canadian regulatory, risk and compliance change agenda to formulate strategy and work across the organization to drive/implement change.
- Establish and operate legal entity governance and related forums and represent the Canadian business at various internal committees and external industry associations.
- Own and manage key business priority projects end to end.
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Extensive (10+ years) experience in the financial services industry, with significant exposure to Asset Management.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills: delivering messages clearly and succinctly with tailored approach depending on target audience.
- Ability to build strong working relationships and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including executive management.
- Strong project management skills, with emphasis on controls and focus on process improvement.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Pro-active and problem solving mindset with ability to identify, clearly present and implement solutions.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Experience with Canadian financial institutions/intermediaries/fund industry preferred.