Senior Advisor, Corporate Policies and Governance

Royal Canadian Mint; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Canadian Mint in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Advisor, Corporate Policies and Governance to lead the corporate policies file and mature governance practices. This role supports the Mint’s Board and Executive Leadership, delivering expert policy analysis, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Hybrid work with on-site presence in Ottawa 3–5 days per week. Fluency in English and French is required; a graduate degree is an asset, and at least 8 years in governance or

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field; a graduate degree is an asset.
• Minimum of 8 years experience in governance, policies and/or public administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mint's corporate policies file and support governance processes.
• Coordinate policy development with sponsors and subject matter experts.
• Analyze policy changes for operational, financial, compliance and governance impact.
• Develop and deliver policy awareness, governance education and training.
• Research governance trends and legislative developments relevant to Crown corporations.
• Provide expert advice on corporate governance for federal Crown corporations.
• Develop governance tools, templates, and training resources to promote consistency.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen governance, policy lifecycle, and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Policy drafting

Governance knowledge

Research/writing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication to executives

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree asset

Job description

The Royal Canadian Mint (the Mint) is hiring a Senior Advisor, Corporate Policies and Governance who can thrive in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Governance and Linguistic Services, the Senior Advisor, Corporate Policies and Governance is responsible for leading the corporate policies file and supporting and maturing the organization's governance processes and practices. The position directly supports the Mint’s Board of Directors and the Executive Leadership. The incumbent provides trusted and expert analysis, advice, and coordination services related to corporate governance, policy development and review, compliance and monitoring activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Responsibilities:

• Implement the requirements and objectives as established in the Mint’s Corporate Policy Framework to manage the Mint’s suite of corporate policies and identify policy gaps, emerging issues, and areas requiring attention.
• Coordinate policy development and review processes with policy sponsors and subject matter experts to ensure policy instruments remain current, effective, and aligned with business objectives, legislative requirements, and best practices.
• Analyze proposed policy changes and assess their operational, financial, compliance, and governance implications across the organization.
• Develop and deliver policy awareness, governance education, and training sessions to foster understanding, accountability, and compliance across the organization.
• Support the Mint's governance practices by researching, analyzing and monitoring governance trends and best practices, as well as legislative developments as applicable, with a view to ensuring that they facilitate efficient and effective decision-making by Management and the Board and its committees.
• Provide expert advice in the area of corporate governance, with a focus on federal Crown corporations and their legal and policy frameworks; identify trends and developments from the Government of Canada legal and/or policy frameworks as aligned with, and applicable to, federal Crowns.
• Develop and maintain governance and policy management tools, templates, procedures, guidance materials, and training resources to promote consistent practices across the corporation.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen governance processes, policy lifecycle management, internal controls, accountability mechanisms, and organizational effectiveness while building and maintaining effective relationships with internal partners, external stakeholders and governance networks/bodies.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring on-site presence at our Ottawa location three to five days per week, depending on meeting requirements and other activities.

This selection process may also qualify you for other positions with similar requirements and qualifications.

Qualifications:

Languages Requirements:

Bilingual Positions

Proficiency in both official languages (English & French) is required at the time of hire. The linguistic profile for this position is:

If no qualified candidate fully meets the linguistic profile of the position, other bilingual profiles may be considered, in accordance with the Mint’s Staffing Policy.

Education & Designation:

• University degree in a related field; a graduate degree is an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years experience of relevant experience in governance, policies and/or public administration.

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strategic thinking and application of sound judgment.
• Research, writing and drafting skills, notably in relation to corporate policies and enterprise-wide documentation.
• Sound knowledge of corporate governance principles and experience providing expert advice on governance practices (within a Crown corporation is an asset).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the policy, regulatory, business, and operational context of the Mint, including its public policy mandate, accountability obligations, and stakeholder environment.
• Knowledge of legislation applicable to federal Crown corporations is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policy requirements and provide business-oriented advice, recommendations and risk mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of tools, best practices and approaches to monitor and report on initiatives.
• Ability to present to senior officials or Board members and to develop clear and practical briefing documentation.
• Ability to build trusted and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners and to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Results-focused and achievement-oriented with demonstrated commitment to support the organization, its mandate and mission.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities.

Why the Mint?

At the Mint, you will collaborate with a diverse group of people and be a part of an iconic Canadian organization. Your safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We offer outstanding pay and total rewards for you and your family and you will be supported to continuously learn throughout your career.

The Mint is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and aim to provide an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding process to ensure that each candidate is treated respectfully.

If you need accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us directly at [e-mail] to make arrangements.

What to Expect

In order to be considered for an interview, please clearly demonstrate on your application how you meet the education and experience qualifications. The additional qualifications may be assessed through interviews, exams, reference checks, etc. If successful, you will be required to complete a background check facilitated by the Mint in order to obtain a security clearance.

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