Manager managing operational risk for Retail Advice and Solutions at Sun Life. Collaborating with business units to improve control frameworks and evaluate risk exposure.
Responsibilities
Assess risk and control effectiveness within the RAS portfolio, identify and prioritize opportunities to improve risk management
Lead risk assessments to measure risk exposures, identify internal control weaknesses, improve the control environment and minimize the risk of loss events
Lead the roll-out of new/changed risk and compliance requirements by identifying the impact to assigned business areas and supporting business partners in the design and maintenance of programs to meet these requirements
Provide risk consulting expertise and lead risk reviews for key business projects, digital initiatives and process changes
Develop recommendations on effective control design and operational risk management best practices, based on analysis of issues and implications for the business
Present operational risk findings and recommendations at monthly Risk Steering Committees with internal clients
Provide insightful and valuable operational risk analysis and reporting to the risk leadership team and the business
Maintain strong/effective working relationships with all business partners
Support reviews conducted by Internal Audit and Compliance as well as external auditors and regulators
Lead and/or coach Operational Risk Consultant(s) assigned to portfolio
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the security dealer or financial service industry
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to security dealer
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Professional certifications such as PRM (professional Risk Manager), CSI (Canadian Securities Courses)
Ability to distill complex requirements without oversimplifying or missing critical components
Proactive and highly motivated individual who will take initiative and is able to manage unstructured activities
Knowledge of risk management techniques including risk assessment, risk monitoring, control design and control effectiveness assessment
Portfolio/program management experience with strong organization skills and the ability to prioritize many competing demands
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment
Opportunity to move along a variety of career paths
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