Senior Risk & Compliance Leader — Canadian Student Lending

Nelnet; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA/FSA

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Nelnet is seeking a Senior Risk and Compliance Officer to safeguard the Canadian Student Lending line by assessing risks, controls, and regulatory obligations. The role partners with senior leadership to support governance, internal audits, and continuous improvement in risk management.

The candidate will lead risk assessments, manage audits (CSAE/SOC), and provide advisory support to balance regulatory compliance with business objectives. Hybrid work with in-office days is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, External Audit, Information Security, or related field.
• Proven track record supporting or leading assurance engagements, including CSAE 3416, SOC 1/SOC 2, CSAE 3530, IT General Controls, Information Security and regulatory compliance audits.
• Experience applying data analytics and reporting techniques to support risk-based decision-making and assurance activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments of Canadian Student Lending products, processes, and operational activities to identify emerging risks and control gaps.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls to ensure risks are managed within risk appetite.
• Validate control exceptions by quantifying risk exposure and coordinating with owners to remediate.
• Partner with leaders to implement and monitor mitigation strategies for identified risks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Project management

Education

CISA/CIA/CISSP

Tools

CSA E 3416 audits

SOC 2 audits

ITGC testing

Job description

Nelnet is seeking a Senior Risk and Compliance Officer to safeguard the Canadian Student Lending line by assessing risks, controls, and regulatory obligations. The role partners with senior leadership to support governance, internal audits, and continuous improvement in risk management.

The candidate will lead risk assessments, manage audits (CSAE/SOC), and provide advisory support to balance regulatory compliance with business objectives. Hybrid work with in-office days is required.