Graduate Risk Manager

3 weeks ago


Waterloo, Canada Société Financière Manuvie Full time

The Manager, Risk and Controls is responsible for executing core elements of the Risk Management Framework and managing Risk and Control Self-Assessments for GWAM Retirement Operations. The incumbent will ensure that the business understands its risks and has robust standards, controls, and practices in place to mitigate risks that could impact its strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Director, Risk and Controls Governance, this role is integral in building operational discipline and proactively managing risk to improve the risk culture within the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

  1. Execute core elements of the Risk Management Framework.
  2. Assist in the development, monitoring, and closure of corrective action plans (CAPs).
  3. Support the lifecycle of risk and control self-assessments, including walkthroughs, understanding risks and controls, and developing CAPs for unstable risks.
  4. Consult on projects and business changes to ensure risk profiles are not negatively impacted while maintaining ease of business operations.
  5. Maintain awareness of risk and control issues from self-identification, internal, or external audits.
  6. Understand and monitor Key Risk & Performance Indicators to identify negative trends and control gaps.
  7. Develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including internal audit and second-line risk partners.
  8. Deliver presentations to senior audiences and participate in meetings related to operational risk and control.

Required Qualifications:

  1. Previous experience leading risk and control self-assessments or similar transferable skills.
  2. Familiarity with audit methodologies and internal control systems.
  3. Knowledge of risk management tools and platforms.
  4. Working knowledge of retirement plan services operations.
  5. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. MBA, other graduate degree or advanced studies (including industry risk certifications) and/or Recognized accounting (CPA) or auditing (CIA, CISA) designation preferred.

When you join our team:

  1. We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
  2. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
  3. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

Location: Waterloo, Ontario

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Salary Range: $78,975.00 CAD - $142,155.00 CAD

Manuvie offers eligible employees a wide range of customizable benefits, including health insurance, dental care, mental health support, vision care, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance programs. We also offer various retirement savings plans, including pension plans and an international stock ownership program with matching contributions from the employer.

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