Hybrid Advisor, Risk & Business Continuity – Risk & Audit – Finance

at Alberta Blue Cross

• Job title: Advisor, Risk & Business Continuity – Risk & Audit – Finance
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Alberta, Canada

About the role

• Risk and Business Continuity Management Advisor at Alberta Blue Cross providing support for risk and continuity planning. Collaborate with teams for effective risk documentation and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Support the Enterprise Risk Management Framework and Business Continuity Programs
• Support the design, development, and maintenance of business continuity plans (BCPs) to ensure minimal disruption to critical business operations during incidents
• Conduct business impact analysis (BIA) and update continuity plans regularly
• Support crisis management response efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate incident responses
• Regularly report risk assessments, business continuity performance, and progress of mitigation strategies to management and key stakeholders
• Provide advice on risk management and business continuity
• Ensure business continuity and risk management practices align with industry standards and best practices
• Provide advise on the development and implementation of risk policies and procedures
• Proactively participate in internal and external cross-functional teams and build effective working relationships to support a collaborative environment

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of directly related experience in enterprise risk management (ERM)
• A minimum of three years of experience in business continuity planning (BCP)
• A related undergraduate degree in Business, risk management or in other relevant fields
• Completion of Risk Management, Internal Audit or Business Continuity certifications or designations is considered an asset
• Knowledge of risk management principles, including risk identification, assessment, controls and mitigation strategies
• Experience supporting the development and monitoring of business continuity and incident management planning processes
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across departments
• Clear written, verbal communication abilities, including experience preparing reports or presentations
• Commitment to customer service and supporting business partners through guidance and clear communication
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to gather and interpret data and identify gaps in documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Power BI
• Experience with GRC tools would be an asset.

Benefits

• Health coverage for members
• Diverse workforce
• Opportunities for career growth
• Work-life balance