Chief Operating Officer

Lead Operations and IT to effectively and efficiently support Sustainable Growth.

Are you a dynamic, visionary leader ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a growing organization? We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Chief Operating Officer to join our executive leadership team. In this role, you will be integral in driving operational excellence, profitability, and organizational effectiveness across all departments.

About the Role

As the COO you will oversee and direct Information Technology, Risk Management, Real Estate and Facilities Management, HR Policies for the Group of Companies, and the overall operational effectiveness of our organization. You will work closely with the CEO, the Board and subsidiary company Presidents to set strategic direction, optimize business processes, and implement best-in-class practices to ensure we exceed our performance goals.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to define short- and long-term goals for the organization.
• Support strategic initiatives, mergers & acquisitions, and market expansion as required.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board, providing financial, operational, and risk insights to inform decision-making.

Operational Oversight

Information Technology (IT)

Risk Management

Human Resources (HR) Policies

Qualifications and Experience :

Key Competencies :

Who we are :

Proudly independent and Canadian-owned, Cowan Insurance Group has been a true market leader in the insurance industry since 1927. With an extensive range of product offerings and integrated commercial and personal insurance, group benefits, and wealth management solutions, we provide our clients with outstanding customized, comprehensive insurance and risk management professional advice and placement.

Recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Cultures and a Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club Member, Cowan Insurance Group's award-winning client-centric approach emphasizes innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Join our team as we prepare for our centennial celebration in 2027!

What sets us apart?

Be in good company

Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.

Challenge your thinking

You're valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it.

Grow together

We believe in your potential. If you’re looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we’ll make that happen.

Benefits and perks

Are you interested?

Please Apply!

This is a new position.

This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include credential, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) :

Cowan Insurance Group does not use AI directly; however, platforms we partner with may use AI, including screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Our human recruiters review candidate’s qualifications prior to decisions being made.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be selected strictly on the basis of an individual's technical qualifications, knowledge and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to : age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, record of offences, sex, or sexual orientation.

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