Strategic Risk Advisor

iA Financial Group; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance plans

Competitive retirement savings plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation and development days

Telemedicine services

EFAP

Job summary

iA Financial Group seeks a Strategic Risk Advisor to help identify, analyze and monitor strategic risks across the organization. In this role, you will work with business partners to support risk-informed decision making and report to senior leaders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 2–5 years of risk management experience, and strong English/French communication. The position offers a hybrid work setup and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in risk management, auditing, strategic planning, project management or related field.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to prepare executive-level presentations.
• Excellent teamwork and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of financial services or insurance industry is a plus.
• Familiar with risk management principles or LEAN approaches is a plus.
• Fluent in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, monitor and track strategic and emerging risks across the organization.
• Analyze risks and provide advisory support for projects and strategic matters.
• Collaborate with partners and monitor action plans and indicators.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and committees.
• Promote risk management methodologies, tools and standards.
• Consolidate data to provide an integrated view of risks.
• Research emerging trends influencing the business environment.
• Collaborate with risk teams to maintain a consistent approach.
• Facilitate workshops and training as required.
• Contribute to various projects requiring risk management expertise.
• Perform other duties to meet team objectives.

Skills

Risk analysis

Communication

English-French fluency

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

LEAN methodologies

Risk management software

Job description

Build the future with us

Would you like to contribute to analyzing the strategic issues shaping the future of a large organization? Do you enjoy understanding complex situations, collaborating with various business partners and helping implement practical solutions?

As a Strategic Risk Advisor, you will support business sectors in identifying, analyzing and monitoring strategic, cross-functional and emerging risks to help inform sound decision-making.

This position is a great opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of the organization's strategic issues, showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What you'll accomplish with us

As a Strategic Risk Advisor, you'll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Contribute to the identification, assessment, monitoring and tracking of strategic, cross-functional and emerging risks;
• Conduct risk analyses and provide advisory support in assessing projects, initiatives and strategic matters;
• Monitor action plans, mitigation measures, indicators and related documentation in collaboration with business partners;
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations and other documents intended for senior management and various committees;
• Support and raise awareness among partners regarding the application of risk management methodologies, tools and standards;
• Contribute to collecting, consolidating and analyzing data to provide an integrated view of risks;
• Research and analyze emerging trends that may influence the business environment and the organization’s risk profile;
• Collaborate with other risk management teams to ensure a consistent and harmonized approach;
• Participate in facilitating workshops, working sessions and training activities, as required;
• Participate in various projects or assignments requiring risk management expertise;
• Perform any other responsibilities that contribute to achieving the team’s objectives.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or another relevant field;
• Has two to five years of experience in risk management, auditing, strategic planning, project management or a related field;
• Demonstrates a strong interest in strategic issues and organizational risk management, as well as strong analytical and synthesis skills;
• Stands out for their written and verbal communication skills and ability to prepare executive-level presentations;
• Demonstrates excellent teamwork, intellectual curiosity and a strong ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously;
• Has knowledge of the financial services or insurance industry, an asset;
• Is familiar with risk management principles, project management methodologies or LEAN approaches, an asset;
• Advanced proficiency in English and French is required, as the person in this role will communicate daily with English-speaking and French-speaking clients and partners across Canada through emails and phone calls.

Why you'll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
• AI is in everyone's hands, empowering you to increase your personal effectiveness while supporting the organization's growth;
• A healthy, safe, fair and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

Competitive Benefits

• Flexible group insurance plans;
• Competitive retirement savings plan;
• Employee share purchase plan;
• Vacation program, wellness days and personal development days;
• Telemedicine services;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Ergonomic furniture program;
• Performance bonus;
• Discounts on iA products;
• And much more!

The typical hiring range for this position is between CAD 80,276$ and CAD 115,371$ per year; the base salary offered may vary depending on knowledge, skills, years of experience and internal equity related to the role. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect the most current market conditions.