VP leading Sun Life Global Investments’ Canadian investment product strategy, marketing and partnerships. Driving growth across mutual funds, ETFs, annuities, GICs and institutional solutions.
Responsibilities
Set the strategic direction for Sun Life Global Investments’ product portfolio
Lead product development for mutual funds, ETFs, target date funds, segregated funds, annuities and GICs
Lead integrated go-to-market, marketing, brand and communications strategies
Strengthen SLGI’s market presence through thought leadership, industry forums, partner engagements and strategic client conversations
Use analytics, client research and competitive intelligence to identify growth opportunities and improve decisions
Lead product strategy, roadmap and product shelf management from opportunity identification through post-implementation review
Ensure products meet profitability targets and regulatory requirements
Provide post-launch product oversight and recommend product mergers and closures
Support retail and institutional distribution teams with sales concepts, product positioning, training and ongoing support
Establish policies and controls and mitigate investment and business risk
Build and manage strategic relationships with partners, asset managers and industry stakeholders
Lead and develop high-performing, diverse teams and build succession depth
Partner with investments, operations, distribution, finance, legal, risk, digital and client experience teams
Requirements
University degree or equivalent experience
10-15+ years of progressive leadership experience in financial services, asset management, wealth, insurance, investment solutions, product strategy, marketing or a related field
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver enterprise-level growth initiatives with measurable business impact
Bilingualism in French and English, both oral and written, required for Quebec positions
Experience with product strategy, product development, marketing, strategic partnerships and investment solutions
Ability to lead product portfolios including mutual funds, ETFs, target date funds, segregated funds, annuities and GICs
Advanced education in business, marketing, analytics or investments is an asset
Benefits
Hybrid work with flexibility to work from the office and virtually based on business, client and employee needs
Participation in various incentive plans, with payment subject to individual and company performance
Accommodation support during the application process
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Opportunities to make a meaningful difference for clients and communities
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