Senior Risk Management Advisor

iA Financial Group•Montreal, QC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build the future with us Are you driven by risk management and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Senior Risk Management Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting the Individual Insurance, Savings and Retirement business sector by promoting risk-taking that is aligned with business priorities and organizational requirements. This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Requirements

Holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
Has a minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar risk management role.
Has experience in the insurance or financial services industry.
Demonstrates a strong understanding of risk management concepts, methodologies, and best practices.
Possesses a strong ability to understand business challenges, think strategically, and anticipate risks that may affect the achievement of objectives.
Is recognized for their ability to influence, advise, and build trusted relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Stands out for their strong analytical and judgment skills, enabling them to provide recommendations tailored to the context.
Demonstrates the ability to simplify complex topics and communicate effectively with different audiences.
Has an intermediate level of English and an advanced level of French proficiency, as the role involves communicating by email and phone with English-speaking and French-speaking clients and partners across Canada on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

Participate in the integration of risk management frameworks, methodologies, and tools within the business sector, adapting them to business realities.
Ensure coordination and alignment with various stakeholders, including corporate risk management and compliance functions.
Strengthen the understanding and adoption of risk management practices, as well as a proactive and integrated risk management culture across business teams.
Build trusted relationships with managers and business partners within the sector and develop a deep understanding of their challenges and priorities.
Support business teams in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks by providing a structured methodology and tailored advice.
Develop recommendations that support informed decision-making and assist in the development of action plans aimed at mitigating risks.
Develop and enhance risk monitoring mechanisms, including risk indicators, operational risk events, and control effectiveness.
Prepare analyses, executive summaries, and presentations for governance committees and decision-making bodies.
Participate in the definition and continuous improvement of the team's standards, methods, processes, and tools.