Vice President, Client Relations and Strategy, Alberta Pensions Services Corporation

Alberta Pensions Services Corporation (APS) guides the pension experience on behalf of Alberta's public sector pension plans by providing administrative services to more than 525 participating employers across Alberta. APS was incorporated in 1995 under Alberta's Business Corporations Act with the Government of Alberta as the sole Shareholder.

APS provides pension-related services to over 450,000 clients, members, and pensioners. The organization manages receipts and disbursements of over $7.5 billion in pension plan funds annually to and from employers, members, and other pension plans.

The Opportunity

The Vice President, Client Relations & Strategy is responsible for building strong partnerships with APS clients and stakeholders to develop a comprehensive understanding of their strategic priorities. Leveraging these insights, this position works in close collaboration with APS business leaders to facilitate strategic planning, business planning, project delivery and reporting ensuring alignment between client and stakeholder objectives and APS’s organizational priorities.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and forward-thinking leader with the ability to translate complex insights into clear, actionable direction. They possess exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills, enabling them to engage diverse stakeholders and drive alignment across the organization. They can lead complex initiatives from concept through delivery with speed and precision. They are an inspiring people leader who fosters collaboration, develops high-performing teams, and champions a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

An understanding of the defined benefit pension ecosystem and a balance of analytical rigor and practical execution sets them apart. Above all, they demonstrate outstanding communication, adaptability, and judgment, allowing them to navigate ambiguity that builds trusted relationships with APS clients.

To fill this position, Alberta Pensions Services Corporation has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online.

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.