Data Analyst (AWS Developer)

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Reporting within the Strategy & Analytics team, the Data Analyst is responsible for reviewing large quantities of data to help generate value for a variety of functions, develop enhanced personalized reporting, produce innovative and effective methods of analyzing data using a variety of mathematical models, performing ongoing and periodic analysis of SLGI’s block of business, and testing and reporting related to sales activity across our various sales partners.

What will you do?

• Data engineering and pipeline management (Data ingestion, ETL management)
• Create stock reporting for internal audiences
• Work with stakeholders to understand data needs and provide actionable solutions
• Ensure data accurate, integrity, and consistency across databases and reporting systems

What will you need to succeed?

• 3-5 years of experience in related data analytics and report building roles.
• Successful completion of B.Sc. Computer Science, Mathematics, Stats, Engineering or applicable program.
• Strong research, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Proven experience with AWS
• Excellent communications skills to provide simplified explanations of complex analytical methodologies.
• Strong Mutual Fund and Market Based Insurance product knowledge.
• Keen aptitude for learning new programs and programming languages quickly
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Experience balancing multiple projects.
• Knowledge of data governance principles and processes

What will be nice to have?

• Knowledge of the investment operations lifecycle, including trade processing, settlement, reconciliation, portfolio accounting, and compliance.
• Strong experience and knowledge of individual financial service industry on a greater scale (knowledge of mutual funds, segregated funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), SMAs, etc.)
• Experience with Python, R, Tableau
• Experience with CRM tools or Salesforce specifically

Unique requirements:

• Some travel may be required.
• Extra hours may be required during the quarter-end reporting periods and during periods with high mutual fund trading volumes.

What’s in it for you?

• We’re proud to be a Best Workplace for Hybrid Work by Great Place to Work® Canada
• Be part of our continuous improvement journey in developing the next greatest digital enterprise experience that is united by our Purpose: to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted.  It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.  In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.  Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results. 

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

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.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

58,000/58 000 - 97,000/97 000

Job Category:

Advanced Analytics

Posting End Date:

27/02/2025