Investment Manager Research Manager

Permanent Full Time

The Manager, Investment Manager Research plays a critical role in the oversight and governance of funds across both the Individual (Wealth Solutions) and Group (Workplace Solutions) platforms. This role is responsible for delivering best‑in‑class quantitative performance analytics, investment risk oversight, and market insight to support executive decision‑making and ensure platform integrity.

The role supports the organization’s commitment to offering world‑class wealth platforms by helping identify, evaluate, and oversee top‑tier internal and external investment managers. It ensures stakeholders receive timely, relevant, and insightful investment manager research (IMR).

The investment landscape is constantly evolving. This role requires a forward‑thinking mindset and a willingness to innovate—continuously adapting quantitative and qualitative evaluation approaches to ensure the organization partners with best‑in‑class investment managers and maintains competitive, resilient platforms.

Key Accountabilities & Outcomes

1. Performance Reporting & Advanced Analytics Leadership:

Investment Risk Management Oversight:

Managed Solutions Performance Analytics:

Investment Research Thought Leadership:

Key Stakeholder Relationships:

This is a highly cross‑functional role with regular interaction across the enterprise.

Required Capabilities & Skills:

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

Preferred:

The base salary for this position is between $113,500 - $163,500 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation (i.e. annual bonus, commission, etc.). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting. Closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical, and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’re looking for people who live our values every day: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities, and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer:

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact our talent acquisition team. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants; however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.