Regulatory Risk Analyst

Peoples Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salaries

RRSP matching

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Peoples Group, based in Toronto, seeks a Regulatory Risk Analyst to monitor regulatory developments, assess business impact, and coordinate responses to inquiries. The role offers visibility across the enterprise and opportunities to influence risk and compliance strategy.

The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, proactive, and can translate complex regulatory information into clear, data-driven insights for dashboards and leadership reporting. Hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate regulatory information into actionable insights.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive self-starter who takes initiative and communicates clearly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Power BI experience strongly preferred.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment in evolving situations.
• Knowledge of financial services regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSFI) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments and assess implications for the organization.
• Support relationships with regulatory bodies; assist in audits, reviews and inquiries.
• Draft responses and coordinate submissions; ensure timely follow-up on regulatory matters.
• Develop industry input and responses to regulatory consultations.
• Gather and analyze data; prepare summaries and dashboards for senior review.
• Maintain a centralized log of regulatory issues and remediation progress.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

MS Office

Power BI

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, risk management, business

Tools

Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

Description

We are hiring for this position out of our Toronto office . Successful candidates who apply outside of these areas will be expected to relocate and reside in a location that is within a commutable distance.

About the role:

As a Regulatory Risk Analyst, you will play a key role in helping the organization navigate an evolving regulatory landscape while supporting the development of a strong risk and compliance culture. Working as a highly visible, enterprise-wide partner, you will monitor regulatory developments, assess business impacts, coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, and support regulatory reviews, audits, and consultations. This role offers broad exposure across the organization, providing a unique opportunity to influence risk and compliance strategy, build relationships with stakeholders at all levels, and contribute to a unified regulatory message across the business. The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, proactive, and comfortable turning complex regulatory and risk information into clear, actionable insights through reporting, dashboards, and presentations.

About the day-to-day:

• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments and assess their implications for the organization.
• Support the management of relationships with regulatory bodies by helping prepare for audits, reviews, and regulatory inquiries. Assist in drafting responses, coordinating submissions, and ensuring timely follow-up on all regulatory matters.
• Support the development of industry input and responses to regulatory consultations.
• Gather and analyze data to support regulatory reviews, and internal audits. Prepare summaries and dashboards for senior review.
• Maintain a centralized log of regulatory issues, findings, and commitments. Monitor progress on remediation efforts and **escalate delays or risks to resolution.**
• Maintain organized records of regulatory communications and audit findings to support transparency and compliance.
• Prepare clear, data-driven reports and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders and leadership
• Proactively identify gaps, inefficiencies, or areas of risk exposure and recommend improvements.
• Draft and format risk reports, briefing materials, and presentation materials for senior management, incorporating data visualizations and key insights.
• In collaboration with the Compliance Team, monitor legal and regulatory environment including review of regulatory announcements, reports, and legislative changes.
• Support initiatives aiming at strengthening the risk culture across the organization in partnership with HR.
• Develop materials for special projects as requested.

About the qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory and financial information and translate it into actionable insights
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• A proactive self-starter who takes initiative and doesn't wait to be told what to do next
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with Power BI (or similar BI/data visualization tools) is strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in ambiguous or evolving situations
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while also being comfortable working independently
• Knowledge of financial services regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSFI guidelines) is an asset
• Bachelor's degree in finance, risk management, business, or a related field.

About us:

Peoples Group is a trusted financial services company for the innovators at the forefront of Canada's economic future. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto, we are driving change by working alongside challenger banks, fintechs, brokers, and merchants to foster a dynamic and competitive financial ecosystem.

Our culture is built on four core behaviors: Grit to Grow , Connect to Collaborate , Putting Clients First , and Owning the Outcome . We believe people do not simply choose a company to work for- they choose a company that makes a positive impact in the lives of Canadians. Above all, we value people, build meaningful relationships, focus on individual strengths, and approach our work with passion.

About the work environment:

Peoples Group offers a flexible and hybrid work environment. In this role you will work a combination of in-office and remotely from home. Typically, you'll be working regular business hours, Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm with flexibility around start/end times.

We offer:

• A hybrid work environment, enabling you to balance your personal and professional life seamlessly.
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, RRSP matching and benefits from day one.
• Generous paid time off to help achieve a healthy work-life balance.
• A commitment to your well-being in five key areas: Financial, Physical, Social, Career, and Community.

Hiring process:

If your application is selected, you will be invited for a first interview with one of our Talent Acquisition Business Partners. Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted virtually or in-person. The hiring team will communicate any in-person requirements throughout the process.

Compensation:

The expected salary for this role is approximately $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Peoples Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest; however, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

We value and celebrate individuality while fostering an inclusive workplace for everyone. If there's any way we can support or accommodate you during the selection process, please don't hesitate to let us know.