Leadership Jobs

Division: IGM Risk, Audit & Sustainability

Location: Winnipeg

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada’s leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements.  The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals.  Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. 

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy, we’re IG Wealth Management. For over 90 years of business, we have grown to become one of the largest most respected companies in Canada. We are a leader in providing the best advice, experience and outcomes for our clients, personalized throughout their lifetime.

At IG Wealth Management, our vision is to inspire financial confidence.

This is your opportunity to build a career with a leading organization where you can learn, grow and thrive both professionally and personally. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and center.

You will join a team that believes our success starts with the success of our clients, while working together as a team to realize our greatest potential.  You will join a team that strives towards excellence while developing and sharing skills and knowledge. You can make a difference for our clients, the world around us and be part of a team that cares. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

IG Wealth Management is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively – this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

 
Department Summary
The Risk Management (“Risk”) Function partners with the business to create a risk engaged culture, provide insights to mitigate threats and seize opportunities, and assesses the company’s risk landscape relative to stakeholder expectations. Responsible for the second line oversight of financial, non-financial, strategic and business risk management across the IGM group of companies, the Risk Function also has responsibility for Corporate Sustainability, CSOX and Insurance programs and administrative oversight of IGM Financial’s internal audit function.
 
Position
The Director, Technology Risk Management (TRM) is responsible delivering the second line of defence TRM program and overseeing risk management activities conducted by the 1st line of defence related to technology risks. This position reports to the AVP, Technology Risk, and is part of the broader risk management team under the leadership of IGM’s EVP and Chief Risk Officer.
As a valued member of our team, you will work with a team of risk professionals to ensure the company executes technology risk management activities in a structured and consistent manner. This approach will align with the company’s risk management and risk appetite frameworks, including the identification, measurement, management, monitoring and reporting of technology risks. You will leverage your strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and sustain strong relationships, positioning yourself as a valued partner who offers sound guidance and demonstrates a deep u nderstanding of the technology and business environment. This is a highly leveraged role within a growing team, and you will be a key part in advancing the maturity of technology risk management in the company.
 
Responsibilities 

Oversight and Effective Challenge: Provide second line challenge and oversight duties in crucial technology risk domains, including Information Security, Data Governance, and Information Technology Solutions & Availability

Risk Culture: Foster a strong risk culture within the organization, closely collaborating with operational units, business leaders, and senior management to build strong, collaborative and trusting relationships

Risk Identification: Lead independent assessment and oversight activities, leveraging a range of risk management and identification techniques (e.g. RCSA, thematic reviews, control testing, risk treatment decision challenges) to evaluate the design and effectiveness of first line controls and processes.

Risk Profiling: Maintain a strong understanding of the company’s technology control environment, ensuring the effective conduct of risk assessments for internal controls and operational practices.

Strategy: Contribute to the development and execution second line TRM strategy and program.

Capabilities Development: Actively participate in and contribute to the development of changes in TRM’s perspective and context, enhancing Risk framework methodology, KRI’s, and reporting on top and evolving risks.

Implementation: Champion the evolution and execution of the company’s risk management framework and risk appetite framework, working closely with stakeholders across the three lines of defence. Focus on standardization and continuous improvement to elevate the organization’s risk management maturity.

Process Enhancement: Collaborate with other lines of defense to identify areas for control improvement and oversee corrective action plans. Provide expert guidance on risk management services and assessment of information and technology risks, using established control frameworks.

Knowledge and Expertise: Stay abreast of emerging information and technology risks, new regulations, laws, and technology requirements, supporting the Risk function to be a trusted source of expertise on technology risk related matters

Core Competency Requirements

Technology risk leader, who is hands-on, proactive and demonstrates a strong, collaborative, team first mentality.

Ability to form independent technology risk views, respectfully challenge business unit’s technology risk assessments and mitigations/control activities and creatively develop approaches and solutions for complex issues.

Advanced knowledge of risk management and governance frameworks, standards and methodologies (e.g. COSO, ISO31000, NIST RMF, COBIT, ITIL)

Advanced knowledge of technology risk concepts including cross industry frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, CIS, CCM, ISO 27001/27002/27018, OWASP, SANS, NIST 800-53, AICPA SOC 1 & 2, DCAM)

Advanced knowledge of risk/control identification, control testing, audit sampling techniques

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, in particular, the ability to produce value-driven, clear, concise and high impact reporting for consumption by executive management, board and audit committees.

Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Exceptional communication, consulting, and influencing abilities.

Superior presentation and facilitation skills for various audiences.

Strong team player with excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Effective time management and organizational capabilities to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.

Knowledge of regulatory environments and industry best practices.

Familiarity with IT Assurance, IT audit, information security, risk management, and compliance.
 

Experience Requirements 

10+ years of experience in technology risk and/or technology audit role with a strong technical background.

Strong core foundation experience in fundamental cloud technologies and services.