Financial Services Risk and Regulatory Advisory, Senior Associate

PwC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Toronto is looking for a Financial Services Risk and Regulatory Advisory Senior Associate to enhance risk management for financial institutions. You will leverage regulatory knowledge to deliver innovative advisory solutions and support business development initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly in a dynamic environment focused on navigating complex risks and regulatory landscapes.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive benefits

Flexibility programs

Qualifications

• Professional experience in Financial Services sectors like banking, insurance, etc.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements across various risks.
• Ability to critically analyze operations for risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative risk management solutions for clients.
• Facilitate workshops to communicate complex regulatory concepts.
• Support business development through marketing and thought leadership.

Skills

Risk and regulatory knowledge

Advisory skillset

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Description

Join a dynamic team of talented risk professionals who are at the forefront of transforming how organizations navigate today’s most critical challenges across key and emerging risk landscapes. In our Financial Services Risk and Regulatory Advisory practice, you’ll have the unparalleled opportunity to shape innovative solutions that tackle complex problems and drive meaningful business outcomes for leading financial institutions.

Our team is a trusted partner to leading financial services clients seeking to transform and enhance their risk management functions. We help clients navigate the full spectrum of financial and non-financial risks in today’s rapidly changing regulatory landscape. From operational resilience to third-party risk management to credit risk and emerging areas such as technology and GenAI risks, we help clients build robust frameworks that not only meet stringent regulatory requirements but also enhance their strategic agility. By integrating innovative risk management practices and advanced technologies, we enable our clients to proactively identify vulnerabilities, adapt to evolving regulations, and sustain long-term business success amid disruption and uncertainty.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a Financial Services Risk and Regulatory Advisory Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that empower our financial services clients to effectively manage their financial and non-financial risks – while driving superior customer outcomes and achieving their strategic goals. This area represents a critical growth area for our firm, offering you a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of expanding our advisory services during this period of significant change.

We are looking for a candidate to :

• Leverage risk and regulatory knowledge and a broad advisory skillset to develop and enhance client deliverables across financial and non-financial risk dimensions, including, enterprise risk, credit risk, operational resilience, third-party risk, compliance risk, and others – ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory expectations
• Contribute to the design and delivery of innovative risk management solutions that extend beyond traditional risk and compliance functions to support broader business objectives and create measurable value for clients
• Facilitate client workshops and collaborative sessions, applying strong industry insight, business acumen, and critical thinking to structure and communicate complex regulatory and risk concepts clearly and effectively
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposal writing, marketing initiatives, and thought leadership that elevate PwC’s profile and demonstrate our expertise in risk and regulatory advisory
• Enhance PwC’s leadership position in Risk and Regulatory Advisory through active participation in industry forums, client presentations, and the publication of insightful research and viewpoints
• Engage in continuous learning through targeted training programs covering risk and regulatory standards, use of technology and GenAI, engagement best practices, and sector-specific knowledge to drive professional growth and deliver exceptional client service

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

• Professional experience in one or more of the following sub-sectors in Financial Services : Banks, Insurance Company, Asset Management, Private Equity, Credit Unions, and Financial Crown Corporation
• Proven experience from consulting, industry, or regulatory roles, with strong knowledge of regulatory requirements across non-financial or financial risks (e.g., credit risk, operational risk, operational resilience, third party risk management, regulatory compliance, enterprise risk management, etc.)
• Ability to critically analyze client operations to identify risk mitigation opportunities, drive improvements, and innovate solutions tailored to complex regulatory and business environments
• Excellent report writing and stakeholder engagement skills with demonstrated experience managing senior-level client relationships and collaborating effectively within diverse project teams
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn and apply emerging technologies—such as resilience tools and Generative AI—in risk and regulatory advisory contexts, adapting across diverse projects and client need
• Demonstrated capacity to support conclusions with logical reasoning, provide clear recommendations to senior stakeholders, and lead the design, implementation, and management of effective compliance programs
• A proactive mindset toward ongoing professional development to stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry best practices

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at :

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Education

Degrees / Field of Study required : Degrees / Field of Study preferred :

Certifications

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Risk Management {+ 32 more}

Desired Languages

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.To learn more about inclusion and diversity at PwC Canada : . Be a part of The New Equation.