Manager, Risk & Compliance

Position Details: Full-time, Permanent, New Position
Salary Range: $97,600 - $121,900 based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s education and/or experience as it relates to the position. 
Location: Remote/Hybrid within Canada
Closing Deadline: October 13, 2024 (11:59PM EDT)

What You Will Do

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Manager, Risk and Compliance reviews and assesses risk management policies and protocols; recommends and implements modifications and improvements, risk management solutions such as insurance, safety and security policies, business continuity plans, or recovery measures. 

The Manager, Risk and Compliance develops Enterprise Risk Management tools, practices, and policies to analyze and report enterprise risks, and to manage risks according to an enterprise risk management framework. Ensures the organization's risk management policies and strategies are in compliance with applicable regulations, external standards, and strategic imperatives. 

In collaboration with the General Counsel and the Chief Financial Officer, develops and executes internal audit plans and strategies to support risk management and compliance. This position is responsible for managing the insurance program, including insurance renewals, placement and compliance; referring claims handling and reporting regularly on compliance and issues to the General Counsel. 

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate and liaise with external auditors on matters pertaining to the annual external audit during interim and year-end periods. This includes completing working cooperatively to establish a reliance/support model that leverages internal audit procedures. 
• Manage the maintenance and updating of the Organization’s business continuity plan and disaster response documentation. 
• Assist business unit management by providing a broad base of consulting support on risk, internal control, policy/procedure development & refinement, or other similar matters. 
• Report activities and relevant matters on risk management and audit activities to the Finance & Risk Committee and Internal Audit Committee of the Board, respectively. 
• Assist General Counsel with matters pertaining to legislative compliance and general governance support as needed. 
• Assist the General Counsel in developing and implementing the Privacy Program – in particular in terms of collecting and analyzing data. 
• Provide managerial support and oversight to department staff as needed, including dotted line reporting cross-departmentally for privacy and risk management purposes 

Requirements

• 5-7 years of relevant and progressive experience, including experience carrying out audits or investigations;
• Undergraduate degree in law, commerce or business administration with a focus in risk, finance or accounting;
• Completion of a recognized professional certification program (e.g. Chartered Professional Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Risk Manager, Certified Privacy Officer, etc.); 
• Formal training in areas of risk management, governance and project management are considered assets.
• Strong business acumen with excellent written and verbal business communication skills in English, with bilingual French being an asset.
• Significant analytical experience and attention to detail; ability to carry out audits/investigations and analyze complex data and information. 
• Experience interacting with Senior Leadership, Boards and Committees. 
• Strong policy writing skills. 
• Experience with insurance policies is an asset. 

What We Offer

• 3 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sick days 
• Comprehensive compensation & benefits package
• Hybrid work arrangement

How to Apply 

DUC is proud to be recognized as a non-profit employer of choice for the second year in a row. Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.  

If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our online career center and hit Apply to submit your application for confidential consideration.

Ducks Unlimited Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please email us at hr@ducks.ca.  All requests for accommodation will be handled in a confidential manner.

While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted