Internal Audit Senior Director, Corporate Risk Assurance

Alberta Investment Management Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

AIMCo in Calgary, Canada, is seeking a Senior Director, Corporate Risk Assurance to lead corporate and operational risk assurance across Internal Audit. You will shape risk coverage, align with enterprise strategy, and deliver assurance that strengthens governance and controls.

This leadership role requires deep knowledge of risk frameworks, executive communication, and ability to translate complex risk themes into practical recommendations for senior management and the Board.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business administration, economics, finance, or related field.
• CPA/CIA/CFE/CISA or CFA designation; CRMA/PRM/ORM/CRMP are assets.
• 10–15 years in risk management within institutional investment or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for corporate and operational risk assurance.
• Develop and implement risk assurance framework and coverage strategy.
• Engage with Audit Committee and executives to influence priorities and plans.
• Maintain understanding of AIMCo's operations to build adaptive audit plans.
• Identify assurance coverage for key risks including governance, third-party, and business continuity.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders to drive change and continuous improvement.
• Provide clear reporting on risk matters, audit results, and internal controls.

Skills

Strategic leadership and vision

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Risk governance

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in business/finance/economics

Professional designations: CPA/CIA/CFE/CISA/CFA

CRMA/PRM/ORM/CRMP asset knowledge

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

CLOSING DATE: September 30, 2026 Opportunity Opportunity

Opportunity Interested in shaping how a world-class investment manager understands, monitors, and strengthens risk? AIMCo is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and forward-thinking Senior Director, Corporate Risk Assurance to help lead the next evolution of corporate and operational risk assurance within Internal Audit. Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, this senior leadership role is responsible for evaluating the design and effectiveness of operational activities, control systems, risk management practices, and risk culture across AIMCo. As a trusted advisor to the Chief Internal Auditor, Executive leadership, and the Audit Committee, you will bring insight, independence, and practical recommendations that strengthen governance, improve controls, and support risk-informed decision-making. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced risk and assurance leader who thrives in complex environments, builds strong partnerships, and can translate enterprise and emerging risk themes into meaningful assurance coverage. You will lead the development and execution of an agile, risk-based internal audit plan for corporate functions, support investigations where required, and advance continuous assurance and risk monitoring through data analytics.

***NOTE This role will close at 11:59pm MST on Sept.29, 2026***

Responsibilities Include:

Set the strategic direction and vision for corporate and operational risk assurance, aligned to AIMCo’s corporate priorities, Internal Audit mandate, enterprise-wide audit strategy, and professional standards.

Develop and implement the corporate and operational risk assurance framework, roadmap, and coverage strategy, prioritizing work that addresses enterprise, emerging, and strategic operational risks.

Engage with the Audit Committee and executive leadership to influence audit priorities, resource allocation, and the ongoing corporate and operational risk assessment and audit plan.

Maintain a comprehensive understanding of AIMCo’s operations, corporate functions, and risk management framework to build an adaptive, integrated, and risk-based audit plan.

Identify and prioritize assurance coverage for key risks such as operational risk, fraud risk, third-party risk, model risk, business continuity, enterprise risk, and other emerging risk areas.

Partner with corporate, front office, and risk management teams to promote a strong risk culture where risks are identified, understood, managed, and aligned to AIMCo’s values and policies.

Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, audit clients, and enterprise partners to act as a catalyst for positive change and continuous improvement across corporate and operational risk management.

Support the Chief Internal Auditor and Audit Committee by providing clear, timely, and insightful reporting on operational risk matters, audit results, and the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Lead and execute complex assurance engagements, risk assessments, and advisory activities from planning through reporting, ensuring work is evidence-based, professionally skeptical, and aligned to Internal Audit standards.

Deliver practical, value-added recommendations that address root causes, strengthen controls, and support risk-informed decisions by management, executives, and the Board.

Advance continuous assurance and risk monitoring through data analytics, automation, and innovative audit practices.

Support investigations and manage external contracts and relationships related to investigative and forensic accounting audit work.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, economics, finance, or another relevant field; legal qualifications or comparable experience in enterprise risk, compliance, or internal audit will also be considered.
• Completion of one or more relevant professional designations such as CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, or CFA; additional designations such as CRMA, PRM, ORM, or CRMP are considered an asset.
• 10 to 15 years of progressive experience designing, implementing, evaluating, or operating risk management programs within institutional investment, financial services, or another complex regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing risk, assurance, or audit professionals.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise risk frameworks, risk theory, methodologies, metrics, and professional internal audit standards.
• Strong understanding of corporate and operational risk areas, including governance, internal controls, risk culture, third-party risk, fraud risk, model risk, and business continuity.
• Excellent communication, executive presentation, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence constructively at senior levels.
• Experience using data analytics, automation, or governance, risk, and compliance tools to enhance assurance coverage and monitoring would be an asset.
• A strong commitment to AIMCo’s values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity, and collaboration, and the ability to inspire the same in others.

One-Year Success Measures:

• Establish a clear and scalable corporate and operational risk assurance framework and roadmap aligned to AIMCo’s priorities and Internal Audit strategy.
• Deliver high-quality assurance engagements and advisory work that provide practical insights on key corporate, operational enterprise, and emerging risks.
• Strengthen relationships with senior leaders, corporate functions, risk partners, and the Audit Committee through trusted advice, clear reporting, and constructive challenge.
• Advance the use of data analytics and continuous monitoring to improve audit coverage, responsiveness, and impact.

Next Steps

We are excited to meet you.

Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.

At AIMCo, we draw upon the differences in who we are, where we come from and the way we think to deliver results for the Albertans who rely on us. We offer an inclusive, modern workplace where well-being is prioritized, and colleagues are enabled to do their best work. Our team members are motivated by our purpose and committed to creating long-term value for our clients and their beneficiaries. If you are a purpose-driven, high-achiever excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic industry, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our recruiting team. We look forward to connecting with you.

AIMCo Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) is one of Canada’s largest and most diversified institutional investment managers with more than CAN$194.7 billion of assets under management. AIMCo invests globally on behalf of multiple pension, endowment, insurance and government funds in the Province of Alberta. AIMCo prioritizes results and outcomes through a flexible, hybrid approach to work. We are looking for proven achievers, motivated to work in a collaborative environment to help our clients secure a better financial future for the Albertans they serve.