Risk Specialist (Risk Governance)

Farm Credit Canada; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Farm Credit Canada is seeking a governance and risk professional to advance policy practices across risk categories. You will develop briefing materials, mentor staff in governance concepts, and support multiple risk management committees, leveraging your experience in policy development and industry standards.

The role emphasizes a three-lines governance model within a hybrid work environment, offering a competitive salary, benefits and career growth opportunities across Canada.

Qualifications

• A degree in economics, business administration or a related field.
• At least four years of experience in a governance, risk management or policy management environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Extensive knowledge of governance in areas such as policy development.
• Experience with industry standards and frameworks and committee management.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders and partners to understand and translate business practices and information into meaningful policies and related documentation across risk categories.
• Coach and mentor others to understand and implement effective policy practices, governance through the three lines model and operate within risk appetite.
• Develop materials including briefing notes and PowerPoints for executive and committee audiences, mentoring others in this area of expertise.
• Provide support for FCC's risk management committees including managing process enhancements.

Skills

Governance knowledge

Risk management

Policy development

Committee management

Industry standards

Education

Economics/Business degree

Job description

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/09/2026 Worker Type: Permanent Language(s) Required: English Term Duration (in months): Salary Range (plus eligible to receive a performance based incentive, applicable to position) : $94,620 - $128,020

Why FCC?

At FCC, we're proud to be 100% invested in Canadian agriculture and food. As a federal Crown corporation, we provide financing, knowledge resources and business management software to over 103,000 customers nationwide. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive total rewards packages: market-aligned and performance-based salary and incentive programs, flexible and comprehensive group benefit and savings plans, and well-being support through benefits and wellness programs Purpose-driven work: We build strong relationships, share knowledge and support the people who feed the world Growth: Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive Hybrid work options - How you'll make an impact

What you'll do

• Work with stakeholders and partners to understand and translate business practices and information into meaningful policies and related documentation across risk categories
• Coach and mentor others to understand and implement effective policy practices, governance through the three lines model and operate within risk appetite
• Develop materials including briefing notes and power points for executive and committee audiences, mentoring others in this area of expertise
• Provide support 3 of FCC's risk management committees including managing process enhancements

What you'll bring to the team

Required qualifications

• A degree in economics, business administration or a related field
• At least four years of experience in a governance, risk management or policy management environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Extensive knowledge of governance in areas such as policy development
• Experience with industry standards and frameworks and committee management

Preferred qualifications

• Certifications related to risk management or governance, such as CRM, CRMP, GPC.D
• Experience in financial services or regulated industries
• Experience developing governance structures, practices and policies

You belong here At FCC, we're committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace – one that reflects the communities where we live, work and play. Our team is made stronger through diversity, and we're dedicated to building a workforce that brings together a range of backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. We encourage qualified applicants to apply, including members of these four employment equity groups:

• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minority groups
• Persons with disabilities
• Women

Accessibility and accommodations

To support an inclusive and accessible candidate experience, we encourage anyone needing an adjustment or accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process to email us at: [e-mail]. An HR partner will respond and work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation. Information received in relation to accommodation requests will not impact hiring decisions. At FCC, we're passionate about creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. Our team is made stronger by a range of backgrounds, abilities, strengths, and perspectives – and we're committed to continuously improving so that we develop a workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work. Accommodations are available on request for individuals with disabilities during each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, kindly send an email to [e-mail]. All information received in relations to accommodation will be kept confidential. We value language diversity, and adhere to Canada's Official Languages Act. We encourage you to apply in English or French, whichever is your language of choice. Proud to be 100% invested in agriculture and food. Looking for a career with purpose? Bring your skills, enthusiasm and your true self to FCC. Providing financing, software and knowledge to the industry that feeds the world takes the talents of many - and with so many interesting areas to work in, you never know where your career will take you.

Areas we hire for: IT Marketing Lending and Operations HR Finance Governance

We've got you From a flexible work environment, competitive salary and benefits to a culture built on trust, support and growth, FCC offers an exceptional employee experience that brings out your best.

What we do FCC is a financially self-sustaining federal Crown corporation with over 100 offices across Canada, and our corporate office in Regina, Saskatchewan. We lend money and provide other services to primary producers, agri-food operations and agribusinesses that provide inputs or add value to agriculture.

Questions? To learn more about the recruitment process or your application, contact us at [e-mail].