Process Improvement Leader - Recent Graduate

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Process Improvement Leader - Recent Graduate

Location : Remote, Kingston, York Mills

Empire Life is looking to hire a recent graduate to join our team as a Process Improvement Leader!

Why pursue this opportunity

The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.

Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.

The opportunity - collaborate with cross-functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.

Have your voice heard - with a fresh perspective, we welcome those that can highlight opportunities for improvement. We encourage creative and innovative thinking and welcome candidates who are not afraid to challenge the status quo.

What you’ll be working on

Leading process improvement projects working with a project team to achieve a step change in key business metrics

Supporting development of Management Systems (process controls, metrics & reporting, training, etc.)

Delivering formal and informal training with the business and new Process Improvement Leaders to train on process improvement methodology.

Work Organization / Project Management : Developing and implementing plans for others, anticipating current and future needs and objectives;

managing resources and ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget

Innovation : Implementing programs that encourage, recognize and reward innovative thinking; supports the introduction of new ideas, methods or processes

Relationship Building : Initiating and building effective relationships with colleagues in other departments, leveraging strong interpersonal and influencing skills to support and develop effective cross-departmental relations and work initiatives

What we’re looking for you to have

Nearing completion of your education in a relevant program such as Engineering, Maths, Science, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Economics, Business, Commerce, etc.

Mix of skills developed via some combination of education & experience in :

data science / analytics / visualization,

process design & systems thinking,

digital development programming,

project management,

business analytics,

finance or economics

or other related work or educational programs

Fast learning / clear critical thinking skills

Appropriate technical experience and skill for the initial role focus (or ability to quickly learn it)

Strong leadership skills

Strong self initiative with ability to take ownership of challenges and take appropriate action

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.

Beyond the salary

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes :

Competitive salaries with annual pay increases

Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions

Competitive uncapped commission for sales positions

A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package that includes life insurance, disability, 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