Senior Policy Advisor

Are you an exceptionally dynamic and visionary leader wanting to make a meaningful impact for financial services consumers?

If that resonates with you, this is your chance to plan, lead and coordinate policy development and shape the future of financial services Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey where you'll champion the cause of consumers in the financial sector, ensuring fairness. As a true trailblazer, you will take the reins and orchestrate policy research, analysis, and development projects, while providing invaluable senior technical guidance on complex financial sector policy matters and interacting with a wide range of stakeholders.

We seek enthusiastic individuals with an unwavering commitment to teamwork and formidable policy analysis and project management prowess. Your expertise in regulatory policy will propel you to join the esteemed Financial Institutions Policy Branch. Get ready to revolutionize the game

About the Division

Ontario's financial services sector is an engine of economic growth and job creation. The sector encompasses many areas of the economy that affect Ontarians on a daily basis. The Financial Services Policy Division (FSPD) has the mandate to support a high-performing financial services sector while ensuring that investors and consumers are adequately protected. FSPD provides the Ministry of Finance with policy research, analysis and advice regarding Ontario's interest in, and regulation of, the financial services sector. FSPD is responsible for provincial financial services regulatory policy that applies to credit unions and caisses populaires, mortgage brokers, the insurance industry, and capital market participants. Additionally, FSPD provides oversight of key regulatory agencies, such as, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario, the Building Ontario Fund and the Ontario Securities Commission.

Please note this competition will be used to fill up to:

• 1 (one) temporary, 12-month assignment in the Property and Casualty Insurance Policy Unit

• 1 (one) temporary, 12-month assignment in the Financial Institutions Policy Unit

About Us

The Financial Institutions Policy Unit
conducts research and policy analysis to address important issues pertaining to life and health insurance, mortgage brokering and credit unions. In the midst of today's rapidly changing global landscape, our team remains committed to staying abreast of current affairs that shape these sectors. We recognize the significance of recent events and their impact on economies around the world, and we strive to develop practical policies that address emerging challenges.

Our focus extends to various areas, including credit union regulations, the evolving landscape of mortgage brokerage in the digital age, and the dynamic nature of the insurance industry within a globally interconnected context. We take a comprehensive approach, considering the implications of these current affairs and their influence on the financial ecosystem.

The Property and Casualty Insurance Policy Unit
undertakes research, policy analysis and development as it relates to Ontario's property and casualty insurance sectors including the auto insurance system.

As an integral part of our team, you will assume a crucial role in offering strategic guidance and specialized knowledge to senior management, actively contributing to the formulation of pioneering policies. Your duties will include initiating stakeholder consultations, conducting thorough research, and formulating innovative policy options and strategies that align with the dynamic environment of Property & Casualty Insurance with a core focus on auto insurance policy.

Join our dedicated teams as we analyze and navigate the ever-evolving currents of current affairs

About the job

In this role, you will:

• Provide leadership on policy and program initiatives; organize/assign and supervise work; mentor and coach team members; and establish sound business planning and performance criteria

• Plan, lead and undertake research, analysis and development of policy options and strategies

• Provide policy expertise to senior management, the Deputy Minister and the Minister on developments and trends

• Lead and coordinate policy review and consultation processes with partner ministries, agencies, and stakeholders

• Identify and analyze trends in other jurisdictions

What you bring to the team

Policy and program knowledge and skills

You have the ability to:

• lead the development and implementation of policies, programs, options, strategies and initiatives

• develop policy and an understanding of decision-making processes for developing and approving legislation and regulations.

• provide advice, interpretation, and policy / program expertise to senior management on a broad range of financial service issues

Leadership and project management skills

You have the ability to:

• lead significant policy-related initiatives

• provide direction, guidance, and technical leadership to project team members

• lead complex stakeholder relationships to gain support for policy initiatives

• plan, organize, and execute the development of policies and projects within competing priorities and deadlines

Analytical, research and problem-solving skills

You have the ability to:

• assess, synthesize, and explain complex and technical issues

• use research principles and techniques to identify, analyze and resolve emerging policy issues

• develop and recommend alternative policy solutions

• identify and evaluate emerging political and economic events, issues and trends

Communication and interpersonal skills

You have the ability to:

• discuss and resolve diverse and competing policy issues/priorities

• prepare and present documents for decision-makers including reports, issues briefing notes and correspondence

• lead consultations and establish and maintain effective working relationships

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate

Address:
2 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 95 Grosvenor St, Toronto, Toronto Region

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at

, quoting
Job ID 239563,
by
Monday, February 2, :59 pm EST
. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario's
Human Rights Code
.