Process Improvement Leader

THE EMPIRE LIFE INS. CO

$80K — $110K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or a related field
  • Expertise in process design, systems thinking, and project management
  • Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities
  • Proficient in digital development programming and operations management
  • Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage large-scale projects to drive measurable business improvements
  • Develop and implement new processes and management systems
  • Coach and mentor leaders and employees on process improvement methodologies
  • Build cross-departmental relationships and align diverse stakeholders
  • Enhance customer experiences through data analysis and journey mapping
  • Solve complex challenges while adapting to business needs

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model
  • Comprehensive employer-funded benefits package including health and dental
  • Access to learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
  • Four weeks of annual vacation from the hire date
  • Defined contribution pension plan with generous matching
  • Flexible work arrangements and annual personal health days
  • Annual bonus program based on individual and company performance
  • Wellness and recognition programs
Full Job Description
Process Improvement Leader - Corporate Services

Location: Remote - Ontario

Empire Life is looking to hire a Process Improvement Leader to join our Corporate Services team. We are seeking an experienced leader who thrives on designing and implementing large-scale organizational changes.

What you'll be working on
  • Lead Complex Projects: Spearhead critical initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in key business metrics, collaborating with cross-functional teams while using data to monitor results.
  • Develop New Processes & Management Systems: Support the creation and implementation of new processes, process controls, reporting systems and training materials required to support large-scale enterprise change.
  • Train and Develop: Coach and mentor business leaders, employees and other Process Improvement Leaders on process improvement methodologies and best practices. You will be a key advisor to process owners and you will have the mandate to influence our program roadmap and implement innovative solutions that shape how we operate.
  • Collaborate Broadly to Lead Organizational Transformation: Build strong cross-departmental relationships at all levels of the organization and leverage your interpersonal skills to influence and align diverse stakeholders, effectively navigating change to complex initiatives.
  • Improve Customer Experience: Creatively improve customer experiences by using data, journey mapping and stakeholder input.
  • Problem Solve to Drive Change: Solve complex challenges, both new and ongoing, adapting to business goals, needs and constraints.

What we're looking for you to have

Skills & Experience: 7+ years of experience in areas such as:
  • Data Science, Analytics, Visualization & Artificial Intelligence
  • Process Design & Systems Thinking
  • Digital Development Programming
  • Project Management
  • Product Management or Product Operations
  • Operations Management
  • Client Management
  • Or other relevant fields

Key Qualities:
  • Strong leadership abilities
  • High self-initiative and ownership of projects
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Fast learner with excellent critical thinking, listening and problem solving skills
  • Data driven mindset
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Customer focused and ability to learn/understand a user journey
  • Technical proficiency relevant to the role (or a strong ability to quickly adapt and learn)
  • Strategic inquiry/influence and critical thinking

Education: A degree in Engineering, Math, Science, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Economics, Business, Commerce, or a related field.

Additional Information :
  • If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.
  • Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.

Beyond the salary

For permanent full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:
  • Hybrid work model
  • Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
  • Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions
  • Access to learning & development programs, and education/tuition reimbursement (role dependent), to support your professional growth and career advancement.
  • Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
  • A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, health and dental and a generous health account
  • Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
  • Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
  • A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
  • Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
  • Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
  • A cash employee referral program

To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.

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