Manager Application Support in Winnipeg

This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in the Winnipeg office. This is an exciting time to join the Investment Management organization as we continue to build, enhance, and support the technologies and systems that deliver functional value to our investment division business partners.

As a Manager, Application Support on our Investment Technology Operations Support team, you will lead technology professionals who have in-depth knowledge of Investment business information systems.

What You Will Do

Manager of Application Support is accountable for maintenance, support, and availability of on-premises systems and 3rd party operated systems supporting the Business Unit. This role also serves as the main point of contact and coordination for application maintenance delegated to centralized application support. Application support responsibilities include:

• Break/fix, upgrades, patches, support optimization, continuous improvement, maintaining 3rd party operated application relationships and 2nd level support.
• Collaborate with the aligned project delivery teams deploying/standing up applications and transitioning into production.

This role involves the following activities:

• Maintain pulse on existing technology opportunities, emerging technologies, and service provider options.
• Develop and maintain senior level relationships with other Information Services leaders, external vendors and industry forums for the purpose of understanding product and technology directions.
• Contribute to long-range plans and drive effective application of technology to support business strategy achievement.
• Drive long term and daily technology operations by ensuring the efficient and effective use of financial and people resources.
• Responsible for all aspects of application support, with recommendations on maintenance of application health and effectiveness based on assessments.
• Lead coordination of technology resources on behalf of business unit in the event of critical technology incident, disaster recovery, and testing.
• Ensure applications availability and resources are aligned with current and future support needs through the development of roadmaps and use of metrics.
• Consult with architects and business leaders on the best strategy and options to meet client and business objectives.
• Implement, maintain, and enhance applications and technology.
• Contribute to the annual business planning process by providing a financial view of application support.

What You Will Bring

A degree or diploma in computer science or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 8+ years experience in technology, leadership experience would be an asset. Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and be able to work on multiple concurrent tasks. High learning agility to switch rapidly between tasks, work closely with business partners, and contribute fully to business outcomes. Drives results and contributes to change processes that improve business unit performance and creates a culture of accountability. Promote innovation and guides change with customer understanding and strives for service excellence. Ability to deal with ambiguity while building strong relationships and influencing skills. Able to be 'hands-on' with support, excellent critical thinking skills but also have a strategic/business mindset. MS SQL and Oracle Database technologies experience. Dot Net technologies and concepts experience.

The base salary for this position is between $75,600.00 - $125,600.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country. We’re looking for people who live our values every day: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other.

What we offer

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Location: Winnipeg Manitoba, MB, CA, R3C 1V3