Senior Advisor

A career in risk management at National Bank means being part of the transformation having a direct impact on the client.  As a Senior Advisor - Operational Risk, Wealth Management, you work with various stakeholders to ensure the implementation of the operational risk management framework within Wealth Management (WM).  You are also part of a team that challenges the status quo and values evolution.  

Your role: 

• Ensure the deployment of the Operational Risk Management framework and applicable policies within the WM sector
• Build and maintain relationships with business unit risk managers and other stakeholders
• Ensure monitoring of WM projects and proper risk governance
• Conduct analysis, make recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure implementation of action plans
• Lead change management and be a role model in the evolution of WM's risk culture and framework
• Implement any changes to the risk management framework ensuring changes are adapted to the needs of the sector  
• Document and reconcile operational events
• Manage risk governance activities which may include third parties, cybersecurity, controls and operational resilience activities
• Lead or participate in sectorial crisis cells and business continuity activities 

Your team: 

As part of the Operational Risk team for the Wealth Management sector, you will be part of a team of risk colleagues covering operational risk, credit and privacy and you will report to the Senior Director, Operational Risk. 

We offer a wide range of ongoing learning opportunities for your development, including hands-on learning, training courses and collaborating with colleagues who have varied expertise and profiles.

Prerequisites:

• Bachelor's degree related to the industry and 10 years of relevant experience
• Experience in operational risk
• Understanding of OSFI’s operational risk framework and guidelines
• Sound knowledge of Wealth Management activities
• Project management experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and Powerpoint 
• Comfort building reports and presentations for the senior management and executive teams
• Negotiation skills
• Proactive and able to prioritize
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English & French (working with partners and colleagues across Canada)

Your benefits In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.    * Health and wellness program, including many options * Flexible group insurance * Generous pension plan * Employee Share Ownership Plan * Employee and Family Assistance Program * Preferential banking services * Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives * Telemedicine service * Virtual sleep clinic    These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.   Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.   We're putting people first We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.     We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?    Come live your ambitions with us!