Director, Operational Risk Audit

iA Financial Group; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Retirement plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking a Director of Operational Risk Audit to lead internal audit activities within the organization, develop and mentor the audit team, and support risk management initiatives in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes advanced risk assessment, governance, and continuous improvement, with a focus on French language proficiency and leadership in a bilingual setting. The position is based in Quebec with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; CPA required.
• Minimum of 10 years in the insurance/financial services industry.
• At least 5 years leading a team.
• Strong business acumen and leadership.
• Advanced French and intermediate English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance, and review of the internal audit plan.
• Lead operational audits across strategic risks, governance, ERM, security and treasury operations.
• Lead audits on cross-functional risks including reputational, climate, legal, and client experience risks.
• Oversee all audit engagements from planning to closing meetings with management.
• Present audit findings and recommendations, verbally and in writing; mentor the team.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Internal controls

Audit

Data analytics

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, actuarial science, or related field

CPA designation

Job description

Director, Operational Risk Audit# Get ahead, where your talent belongs## Director, Operational Risk AuditApply: Quebec, Quebec: Montreal, Quebec: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 13, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR10028077## **Job Description****Build the future with us**Are you passionate about risk management, continuous improvement, and creating value through internal audit? As Director, Operational Risk Audit, you will play a key role in leading the internal audit activities within your area of expertise while supporting the development and growth of your team.This role is a great opportunity to leverage your audit and internal control expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills within a collaborative and innovative environment where people and their development are at the heart of our priorities.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**What you’ll accomplish with us*** Support the development, maintenance, and review of the internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.* Lead operational audits covering strategic risks, governance and enterprise risk management, physical security, talent and culture, financial accounting, business continuity, third-party risks, and treasury operations.* Lead audits related to cross-functional risks, including reputational, climate, legal, and client experience risks.* Oversee all stages of audit engagements, including planning, test procedures, sampling methodology, interviews with process owners, and closing meetings with management.* Articulate and present audit findings and recommendations, both verbally and in writing, while supporting and reviewing the work performed by the audit team.* Advance internal audit methodologies through data analytics, key risk indicators, continuous auditing and monitoring, and dashboard reporting for high-volume transactions.* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in internal control and risk management, support annual and quarterly audit reporting, and coach and develop team members while maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**What could accelerate your success in this role*** A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, actuarial science, or another field relevant to the role, along with a CPA designation; a CIA certification is considered an asset.* A minimum of 10 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, including at least 5 years in internal control.* At least 5 years of experience managing a team, combined with dynamic, collaborative, and inspiring leadership.* Strong business acumen, creativity, a solutions-oriented mindset, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while managing multiple responsibilities and strict deadlines.* Excellent analytical, organizational, coordination, time management, problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.* Advanced proficiency in French and intermediate proficiency in English is required, as the successful candidate will be required to deliver presentations, validate information, prepare audit plans, and communicate with English-speaking internal and external partners on a daily basis.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**Why you’ll love working with us*** A work environment where learning and development come together with a collective pursuit of excellence.* Artificial intelligence in everyone’s hands, helping increase personal effectiveness and support organizational growth.* A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone can express and develop their potential freely.* A hybrid work environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.* Opportunities to contribute directly to the continuous improvement of internal audit, risk management, and internal control practices.* A leadership role that provides opportunities to mobilize and develop a team while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**Competitive benefits*** Flexible group insurance coverage and telemedicine.* Competitive retirement plan.* Employee share purchase plan.* Vacation program and wellness and personal development days.* Employee and family assistance program.* Ergonomic office furniture program.* Performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and more.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**Apply now and take the lead in your career, where your talent truly matters!**\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**Hesitant to apply?**At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, take the leap and apply. Your place may be with us, and we want to get to know you!## **Location(s)**Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West## **Other Possible Location(s)**Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue## ## **Company**iA Financial Group## **Posting End Date**2026-11-13