Manager Financial Risk | Great West
About The Position
A unique opportunity in our Financial Risk Strategy team to apply your strategic business acumen, technical expertise and strong communication skills to develop guidance and risk advice for senior stakeholders. The Financial Risk Management team provides independent advice to senior management and the Board of Directors, overseeing market, credit and liquidity risks as well as investment strategies across our group of companies. We operate as a central function, in a global team across Canada, US, UK, and Ireland. Our environment is collaborative, dynamic, and rich in diverse experience, giving you access to a wide range of perspectives and continuous professional development. As a member of the Financial Risk Strategy team, you will play a key role in supporting the development and management of Company’s enterprise-wide framework for financial risk. This role suits individuals with experience in financial institutions such as insurance, banking, investment management, or corporate finance - especially those who enjoy connecting market and balance‑sheet dynamics with strategic decision‑making.
Requirements
- Relevant professional qualification (Actuarial or CFA preferred)
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship development skills
- Presents complex technical concepts to a range of audiences
- Participates effectively in cross-functional and cross-regional teams
- Proactive and self-directed with the ability to complete several tasks concurrently
- Coaching / mentoring junior co-workers and managing projects to ensure deadlines are met
- Keen eye for detail, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- An asset to have knowledge of market, liquidity and credit risk, investments, ALM and life insurance
Responsibilities
- Providing independent oversight of elements of business and investment strategy with financial risk by delivering risk reviews for senior executives and the Board
- Developing a strong understanding of internal strategies to measure and manage financial risks to effectively challenge and identify opportunities for enhancements
- Leading key financial risk initiatives related to current and emerging financial risks, evolving business strategy, proposed acquisitions, regulatory expectations and Board requests
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders across our global business
- Preparing executive and Board-level material to effectively communicate technical concepts and engaging senior stakeholders for alignment on direction
- Reviewing risk analysis and supporting other elements of identification, measurement, management, monitoring and reporting of financial risks
- Monitoring business activities and external developments to identify shifts that could materially impact the company's risk profile
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive rewards program including bonuses and flexible benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Access to industry-leading learning programs
- Up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement
- Flexible health and dental benefits
- $5,000 mental health benefit
- In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day
- Company-matching pension plan
- Share ownership program
- Additional investment options
- Employee recognition programs
- Service milestone celebrations
- Employee discounts
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Mentorship programs
- Social clubs and events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
