Senior Risk Consultant

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Risk Consultant in Canada.

This role sits within a second-line risk and control function, where you will play a key part in strengthening enterprise risk management across a dynamic insurance environment. You will act as a trusted advisor to business units, helping identify, assess, and mitigate operational and emerging risks while reinforcing a strong risk culture. The position combines analytical depth with strategic influence, offering the opportunity to shape frameworks, improve control effectiveness, and support governance decision-making. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across multiple lines of defense, translating complex risk data into actionable insights. The environment is fast-paced, data-driven, and highly collaborative, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and regulatory alignment. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly contribute to organizational resilience and operational excellence.

• Lead and support enterprise risk assessments by identifying, analyzing, and documenting operational risks, control gaps, and emerging trends.
• Contribute to the enhancement of enterprise risk and resilience frameworks and related governance programs.
• Design and execute control testing, key risk indicator monitoring, and issue/incident management processes to evaluate control effectiveness.
• Leverage data analytics to detect risk trends, anomalies, and opportunities for continuous control improvement.
• Oversee issues, incidents, losses, and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and timely remediation actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory expectations, and industry standards (e.g., OSFI, SOX, IFRS 17, Solvency II).
• Support audit activities by coordinating evidence, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across internal and external reviews.
• Deliver clear and insightful risk reporting to governance committees and senior leadership.
• Act as a trusted advisor across lines of defense, promoting a strong and proactive risk culture.

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Requirements

• Strong experience in operational risk management, control testing, or enterprise risk functions within a regulated environment.
• Proven ability to design and operationalize risk and control frameworks and second-line assurance programs.
• Solid analytical skills with experience in data-driven risk analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of risk methodologies, control testing practices, and issue management processes.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as OSFI, SOX, IFRS 17, or Solvency II is highly valued.
• Ability to translate complex risk data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across teams.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and problem-solving.
• Degree in finance, business, risk management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

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Benefits

• Competitive annual salary range: $73,500 – $116,850 (based on experience and skills).
• Flexible remote work arrangement with occasional office presence in Toronto.
• Comprehensive retirement savings program with employer-matched contributions.
• Employee insurance discounts (auto, property, and other products/services).
• Annual wellness allowance to support physical and mental wellbeing.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment matching program.
• Personal days and flexible time-off options.
• Office equipment reimbursement program.
• Strong focus on community involvement, volunteering, and charitable initiatives.
• Inclusive and supportive work culture focused on growth, development, and career mobility.