Governance & Controls Advisor

Permanent Full Time 

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As the organization looks to advance our Business Risk & Control function, we are seeking a Governance and Controls Advisor. Reporting to the Director, Risk Governance & Controls, you will play a critical role in supporting the supporting the design, documentation and assessment of the effectiveness of operational risk controls. This role will ensure the Individual Wealth business unit and subsidiaries effectively identify, assess, manage and report on operational and conduct risks while maintaining a strong control environment. 

What you will do 

• Support the identification, assessment and monitoring of internal controls to provide a single view of controls for the Individual Wealth business unit
• Maintain a library of key operational controls
• Perform testing of key operational controls across the business

• Assist in updating risk and control assessments (“RCAs”) based on key control testing results and internal control failures
• Analyze control testing results and identify trends and share insights
• Leverage tools, methodology and testing framework developed by the Central Business Risk & Controls Team

• Assist with coordinating the development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and for monitoring/managing the closing of any gaps

• Support the quality, accuracy and completeness of BCP plans by coordinating plan reviews, tests/exercises and annual compliance sign-offs
• Support quarterly risk reporting

What you will bring 

• Post-secondary education or equivalent level of training or experience
• 3+ years of experience in a financial services industry role with operational risk and controls related responsibilities
• Experience executing testing methodology
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft products (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI) is an asset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills

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The base salary for this position is between  $52,800 - $97,700 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.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

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

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