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iA Financial Group

Strategic Risk Advisor

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In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
Mid level
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2 Locations
Mid level
The Strategic Risk Advisor identifies, assesses, monitors, and analyzes strategic, cross-functional, and emerging risks. The role advises business partners on projects and strategic matters, tracks mitigation plans and indicators, prepares executive reports, supports risk methodology adoption, analyzes trends, facilitates workshops, and collaborates across risk teams. The position requires strong analytical, communication, presentation, teamwork, and prioritization skills, plus advanced English and French proficiency.
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Job Description

Build the future with us

Would you like to contribute to analyzing the strategic issues shaping the future of a large organization? Do you enjoy understanding complex situations, collaborating with various business partners and helping implement practical solutions?

As a Strategic Risk Advisor, you will support business sectors in identifying, analyzing and monitoring strategic, cross-functional and emerging risks to help inform sound decision-making.

This position is a great opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of the organization’s strategic issues, showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.


What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Strategic Risk Advisor, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the identification, assessment, monitoring and tracking of strategic, cross-functional and emerging risks;
  • Conduct risk analyses and provide advisory support in assessing projects, initiatives and strategic matters;
  • Monitor action plans, mitigation measures, indicators and related documentation in collaboration with business partners;
  • Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations and other documents intended for senior management and various committees;
  • Support and raise awareness among partners regarding the application of risk management methodologies, tools and standards;
  • Contribute to collecting, consolidating and analyzing data to provide an integrated view of risks;
  • Research and analyze emerging trends that may influence the business environment and the organization’s risk profile;
  • Collaborate with other risk management teams to ensure a consistent and harmonized approach;
  • Participate in facilitating workshops, working sessions and training activities, as required;
  • Participate in various projects or assignments requiring risk management expertise;
  • Perform any other responsibilities that contribute to achieving the team’s objectives.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or another relevant field;
  • Has two to five years of experience in risk management, auditing, strategic planning, project management or a related field;
  • Demonstrates a strong interest in strategic issues and organizational risk management, as well as strong analytical and synthesis skills;
  • Stands out for their written and verbal communication skills and ability to prepare executive-level presentations;
  • Demonstrates excellent teamwork, intellectual curiosity and a strong ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously;
  • Has knowledge of the financial services or insurance industry, an asset;
  • Is familiar with risk management principles, project management methodologies or LEAN approaches, an asset;
  • Advanced proficiency in English and French is required, as the person in this role will communicate daily with English-speaking and French-speaking clients and partners across Canada through emails and phone calls.

Why you’ll love working with us

  • A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
  • AI is in everyone’s hands, empowering you to increase your personal effectiveness while supporting the organization’s growth;
  • A healthy, safe, fair and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

Competitive Benefits

  • Flexible group insurance plans;
  • Competitive retirement savings plan;
  • Employee share purchase plan;
  • Vacation program, wellness days and personal development days;
  • Telemedicine services;
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
  • Ergonomic furniture program;
  • Performance bonus;
  • Discounts on iA products;
  • And much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs!

 

Still unsure about applying?

 

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply. Your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!


The typical hiring range for this position is between CAD 80,276$ and CAD 115,371$ per year; the base salary offered may vary depending on knowledge, skills, years of experience and internal equity related to the role. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect the most current market conditions.

Location(s)Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)Montreal / 1981 McGill College AvenueToronto / 26 Wellington Street East
Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date2026-09-26Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.

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