Director, Financial Risk Management

Questrade Financial Group (QFG), through its companies - Questrade, Inc., Questrade Wealth Management Inc., Community Trust Company, Zolo, and Flexiti Financial Inc., provides securities and foreign currency investment, professionally managed investment portfolios, mortgages, real estate services, financial services and more. Questrade uses cutting-edge technologies to develop innovative products that give customers better, more affordable ways to take control of their money.

We are everything a traditional financial institution is not. At QFG, you will be constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence. You will be a part of a collaborative team that cares deeply about our mission and each other. Your team members will help you conquer challenges, push boundaries and discover what you are truly capable of.

At QFG, we have a culture of innovation where technology serves people—both our team and our customers. We see AI as a collaborative and transformative enabler, and we are seeking forward-thinking individuals who can effectively integrate it into their daily work. The ideal candidate will be a catalyst for change, helping us use AI to create a more efficient and rewarding employee experience while also developing cutting-edge solutions that delight and serve our customers. Join us in shaping a future where AI empowers our team to do their best work and helps us deliver unparalleled customer experiences.

This is a place where you can explore, discover and learn with continuous growth. As a diverse and inclusive place to work, with a hybrid working environment you can unleash your creativity and curiosity with no limits. If you share the same sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at QFG.

What's in it for you as an employee of QFG?

• Health & wellbeing resources and programs
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Work-life balance in a hybrid environment with at least 3 days in office
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to contribute to community causes
• Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

We're looking for our next Director, Financial Risk Management. Could It Be You?

Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, the Director, Financial Risk Management will be primarily responsible for leading and enhancing the Financial Risk Management program at Community Trust Company, in compliance with OSFI regulatory requirements.

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In this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design, implement and manage the financial risk management program including market risk, liquidity and funding risk, capital management risk, counterparty risk, and model validation.
• Establish a financial risk appetite framework and implement a process to ensure the Company manages within it and has the ability to identify and manage any exceptions
• Attend other senior management committees as a key member, including the Enterprise Risk Management Committee, Credit Risk Committee, Asset Liability Management Committee (ALCO), etc.
• Ensure the design and operating effectiveness of each of the financial risk management programs is sufficient given the risk of the business, and ensure they meet and continue to comply with the expectations set out in respective OSFI Guidelines
• Act as the key point of contact for all financial risk matters with the Board and Committees
• Act as the key point of contact for all financial risk matters with OSFI
• Manage strong working relationships with business partners, including other control functions
• Provide leadership, training, motivation, coaching and evaluation to the financial risk team and the broader company on financial risk matters

So are YOU our next Director, Financial Risk Management? You are if you…

• University degree in a business related field
• 10+ years of risk management experience as part of the second line of defense in an OSFI regulated institution preferred. Combinations of experience in financial risks is preferred.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of principles, techniques, current trends, best practices, regulations, policies, and programs related to risk management
• 10+ years of people management experience is preferred
• A desire for high performance and ability to make an impact
• A solutions-oriented mindset, critical thinking and sound decision making
• Strong collaboration, influencing, conflict resolution and stakeholder relationship building and people and process management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple deliverables with firm deadlines
• Excellent written communication skills – the ability to articulate key messages concisely and effectively
• Experience writing policies
• Experience creating reports for senior management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Power BI, RPA advantageous

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At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us.

Questrade Financial Group of companies Applicant Tracking System utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) for application screening. The AI system operates on predetermined criteria, with final decisions subject to human review.

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment/selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.