Risk Control Consultant

Intact Financial Corporation; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Canada is looking for a Risk Control Consultant in Vancouver. In this role, you'll visit various commercial sites to assess and improve safety and risk management practices. The ideal candidate will have a background in fire protection or construction and be skilled in communication and education. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a mix of fieldwork and office tasks, ideal for someone eager to make an impact in risk management.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flex pension and benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Annual wellness account

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• Experience with fire prevention systems and safety regulations.
• Background in risk management and related fields.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess risks across various domains.
• Write quality inspection reports related to visits.
• Educate clients on effective risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with underwriters and brokers consistently.

Skills

Fire Protection

Construction

Communication

Technical Advice

Education

Related education in Risk Management

Certifications like CIP or CRM

Tools

Fire Prevention Systems

Building Codes

Occupational Health Standards

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance‑led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Risk Control or Sr. Risk Control Consultant to join our growing team! Risk Control is a hands‑on career for individuals wanting to have a significant impact working with commercial businesses to improve their safety, operations, reputation, and resilience. Your education and experience as it relates to fire prevention systems, construction, insurance, safety, code compliance, or risk management, combined with a joy for working with people, curiosity and an eye for spotting issues before they become real problems will help you find this role rewarding and filled with variety and opportunity.

About the Role

As a Risk Control Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in keeping people, buildings, and businesses safe. You will identify and assess risks across various domains including building maintenance, fire protection, liability, security, and more. You will communicate with a variety of people, from brokers, underwriters and clients, making sure everyone understands how to prevent losses and improve safety. You will be supporting our commercial clients for markets such as Realty, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Industrial, Retail, and more. It is your background and experience in Fire Prevention methods and systems; Construction; Codes; or related fields that will make a successful candidate for the role.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Hands‑On Experience: Get out from behind the desk and into the field. You'll visit exciting locations, assess real‑life situations, and make tangible improvements in risk management.

• People‑Centric: Use your interpersonal skills to guide clients and collaborate with underwriters, brokers, and other professionals. Make a meaningful impact by helping others understand and apply best practices in risk prevention.

• Career Development: This isn’t just a job—it's a stepping stone to a robust career in risk control and insurance. You'll receive ongoing training and opportunities to grow alongside industry experts.

• Innovation: As part of a National Team, you are able to be on the front line of change as we adapt to tackle emerging risks and technologies.

What you’ll do here

• Plan and carry out visits on site to identify existing or potential risks of loss.

• Write quality inspection reports related to the visits and assessments.

• Make recommendations based on company policies and technical expertise and follow up with insureds, underwriters, and brokers.

• Educate insureds on sound risk management by providing technical advice on risk management and loss prevention.

• Answer technical questions from insureds, underwriters, and brokers.

• Advise underwriters, brokers, and adjusters on the consistent application of our company's risk control guidelines.

• Meet or exceed risk control productivity targets and service quality standards.

• Conduct site visits to assess existing or potential risks.

• Craft detailed inspection reports and share your insights with clients and colleagues.

• Offer expert recommendations and follow‑ups to eliminate or reduce risks.

• Educate clients on effective risk management strategies.

• Collaborate with underwriters, brokers, and adjusters to apply risk control guidelines consistently.

• Achieve productivity and service quality standards.

What you bring to the table

The right candidate for Risk Control brings with them a mix of experience and education with preference for the following:

• Fire Protection (e.g. fire fighting; fire investigation; automatic sprinkler design or install; fire alarm technician; fire safety planning; fire safety educator etc.)

• Construction (e.g. Building inspectors; Construction managers; Safety Officers)

• Codes – knowledge and experience working with Codes – Building & Fire; NFPA Standards; FM datasheets; CEC; Occupational Health.

• Engineering: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection engineering etc.

• Related education from a recognized program specializing in Risk Management or any of the above‑mentioned fields.

• The right candidate may also have prior experience in insurance or a relevant field.

• Certifications like CIP or CRM are a plus.

• A valid driver’s license in good standing is mandatory.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• An organized, self‑driven professional who can manage tasks with minimal supervision.

Why Join us

As a Risk Control Consultant, you'll engage with diverse challenges and build strong relationships in the industry. You will not only be on the cutting edge of innovation, but you will have the opportunity to be a contributing partner in our ever‑adapting roles as industry leaders. With the right aptitude, you will have opportunities to expand your responsibilities to project management, strategy development, or account servicing. Intact offers the industry’s best career and advancement opportunities.

#LI-Hybrid

Salary of the successful candidate will typically be positioned between the following range, taking into consideration a number of factors including prior experience, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, location and internal equity:

$65,000.00 - $97,400.00

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in‑person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee‑led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity‑deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.