strategy manager Remote
Job description
Who is Allstate:
Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Job description
The Strategy, Planning & Transformation team is recruiting for Sr. Manager, Strategy role. We are a part of the Office of the CEO and support senior leaders on key business programs, opportunities and analyses ranging from blue ocean strategy, competitive analysis, operating model and culture to name a few. They will support annual planning activities, provide day-to-day leadership on key initiatives and deliverables, coordinate activities for key stakeholders, liaise with internal and external partners and manage and track progress against key objectives. This role will report directly into the Director, Strategy, Planning & Transformation and will be a people leader.
Benefits to joining Allstate
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
- Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
- Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
- Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
- Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
- Personal reflection day
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Working within the community and giving back!
Accountabilities
- Support the development of company-wide strategy plans, annual planning process and business reviews
- Collaborate with a cross-functional group of internal stakeholders to source data, perform analyses, share results and align on recommendations
- Develop and use key strategy frameworks to structure complex analysis with ease and use an analytical, data-driven approach to base recommendations
- Develop materials to support the ACG strategic planning process including materials for senior management, the Board of directors, and other internal stakeholders as it relates to the team’s mandate
- Liaise and work closely with the Portfolio enablement and Project management teams to ensure tie-in to our strategic plan and help support its operationalizations
- Prepare effective PowerPoint presentations and Word memos summarizing background, risks, key recommendations, and next steps
- Develop quarterly updates on progress against the goals set in the strategic plan to ensure we are on track, and identify + analyze opportunities and risks
- Develop and lead a high-performing team
- Other accountabilities as assigned
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in corporate strategy/consulting and the insurance sector is considered a strong asset
- Strong communication skills and story-telling capabilities, i.e., communicate complex ideas effectively and distill data into actionable insights
- Must be motivated to learn, a problem solver with demonstrated organizational skills
- Exceptional Word and PowerPoint skills and advanced skills in Excel
- Experience working with and presenting to the senior leadership teams is a strong asset
- Must be able to work independently and be detail-oriented
- Exemplifies ACG values and enjoys collaborating with multiple levels of an organization
- Ability to work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders with an ability to inspire trust and achieve results by working with other
- University degree in business management or related discipline; MBA graduate would be an asset
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
About Allstate
CEO: Thomas J. Wilson II
Revenue: $10+ billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.allstate.com
Year Founded: 1931
