Division: IGM-TECH
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 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.
Role & Responsibility:
The IT Risk Manager – Risk and Controls Assurance is part of the First Line of Defense and is responsible for overseeing risk assessment, controls development, review, testing, and overall assurance. This role ensures the organization has clear visibility into the IT risk landscape, enabling informed decision-making and proactive risk mitigation. The IT Risk Manager will report to AVP, IT Risk and will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to enhance the organization’s IT risk management framework.
Key Responsibilities:
Risk Assessment & Controls Development:
Conduct comprehensive IT risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
Develop and implement effective controls to mitigate identified risks.
Review and update existing controls to ensure they remain effective and aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Test controls to verify their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
Risk Reporting & Analysis:
Develop and deliver periodic IT risk reports to Senior Management and relevant Committees.
Highlight the current IT risk landscape, including identified risks, trends, and potential impacts.
Provide clear, data-driven insights into the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and control measures.
Establish and maintain Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to track and communicate emerging risks.
Support the preparation of risk dashboards and executive-level presentations.
Risk Governance & Assurance:
Collaborate with risk and security teams to ensure IT risks align with enterprise risk management standards, policies, and frameworks.
Monitor compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Ensure risk issues are identified, escalated, and reported in accordance with enterprise policies.
Provide insights into and recommendations on improving risk governance and assurance frameworks.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
Work closely with IT Security, Data Governance, IT Operations, and other business units to enhance risk transparency.
Establish strong working relationships with stakeholders across business units and teams to build trust and act as a trusted advisor. Provide subject matter expertise to advise stakeholders on control documentation and testing in compliance with policies and standards.
Act as a key liaison between first-line IT risk functions and executive leadership.
Facilitate discussions on IT risk trends and issues with risk committees and board-level stakeholders.
Assist in responding to internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and third-party assessments.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related fields.
5+ years of experience in IT risk management, IT security, compliance, risk assurance, or related fields in the financial services industry.
Strong expertise in risk assessment, controls development, testing, and overall assurance.
Knowledge of IT Risk frameworks, methodologies, and industry standards related to IT and Cyber Risk management, including emerging trends and issues (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT, CIS Controls).
Strong understanding of IT governance, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Risk and Control management knowledge and industry experience across Information Technology (IT) domains.
Experience with Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), risk dashboards, and metrics-driven reporting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risks into business-relevant insights.
Deadline-driven and results-oriented; able to meet consistently high-quality standards while handling a variety of tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Relevant certifications such as CRISC, CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.
Soft Skills:
Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Ability to interpret complex risk data and communicate findings clearly.
Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to work across teams and engage with senior leadership.
Problem-Solving Mindset: Proactive approach to identifying risks and recommending solutions.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align IT risk management with business objectives and enterprise risk management.
Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.ig.ca/en/careers
We thank all applicants for their interest in IG Wealth Management; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
IG Wealth Management is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.
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