Job Description

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Director, Marketing Compliance

Location: Remote/Hybrid - Anywhere in Canada

Empire Life is looking to hire a Director, Marketing Compliance to join our Legal & Compliance team!

The Director, Marketing Compliance leads the Marketing Compliance team and oversees the provision of compliance advice and services in a wide variety of subject areas, with a focus on providing guidance on advertising and marketing campaigns and new product introductions, including reviewing advertising materials and products for compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry guidelines. The incumbent is guided by defined goals and objectives and works under the general supervision of the Vice-President & Chief Compliance Officer in support of all business units.

Why pursue this opportunity

The role - this is a new position and your chance to join a growing team, while being provided the opportunity to make an impact.

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.

Assume a pivotal position - harness your expertise to deliver impactful results, shaping and your area with experienced foresight.

What you’ll be working on

• Oversee a broad range of compliance issues to proactively manage the Company’s regulatory compliance and reputational risk, including oversight of regulatory compliance matters and marketing reviews for Empire Life and its wholly-owned mutual fund portfolio manager, Empire Life Investments Inc.,
• Provide senior leadership with advice on compliance issues
• Liaise with regulators and industry associations on compliance matters to protect the Company's interest and reputation
• Oversee compliance-related regulatory reporting
• Oversee Marketing Compliance team employees by monitoring the manner, quality and timeliness of service delivery
• Oversee the administration of the Company compliance training delivery program
• Provide training to marketing on regulatory topics of substantive relevance to the marketing teams
• Provide clear direction and leadership to the Marketing Compliance team, and to business units, through the development and implementation of compliance standards and measures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry practice
• Proactively engage with business unit partners, external stakeholders and regulators on compliance matters to advance the company’s interests
• Oversee the monitoring and reporting of the division on key benchmarks and metrics for all areas of responsibility
• Provide ongoing advice on a wide variety of compliance matters, to assist with business unit understanding, management and mitigation of compliance risks
• Remain current with relevant laws and regulations in a wide variety of subject areas
• Make decisions based on good financial service and business practices, accepted industry standards and practices and standards established by industry regulatory bodies
• Provide leadership support to the department for strategic planning and plan implementation
• Participate in corporate strategic planning process as member of the Senior Management Team
• Coach and mentor team members; identify employee training and development needs; participate in the hiring and employment processes for team members; set employee goals and objectives, manage employee performance

What we’re looking for you to have

• 5+ years financial services industry work experience, with extensive exposure to compliance, regulatory and legal matters
• Strong understanding of the regulatory environment and day-to-day operations of a life insurance company
• Managerial and leadership experience
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
• University degree in a related discipline
• Law degree, lawyer, CPA or similar professional qualifications would be an asset
• Tact, diplomacy and the ability to handle confidential information
• Well developed conflict resolution and team facilitation skills
• Ability to think logically, analyze and solve problems
• Attention to detail/accuracy
• Familiarity with digital marketing platforms and technologies, including social media advertising and influencer marketing.
• Well-developed team building, coaching and mentoring skills
• Well-developed communication, negotiation, persuasion and presentation skills
• 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, for non sales positions
• Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, 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

To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit .

Get to know us

Empire life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca .

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