Risk Analyst

Empire Life is looking to hire a Risk Analyst to join their Risk Management team. The role involves supporting risk management initiatives, coordinating elements of the enterprise risk management program, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support risk management initiatives
• Coordinate major elements of the enterprise risk management program including risk identification and assessment procedures
• Monitor internal compliance
• Recommend and action changes
• Develop, execute, analyze and maintain risk management processes and tools
• Research and analyze risk management issues
• Develop risk metrics and trending analysis
• Provide guidance on methods and solutions
• Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to enhance the risk management program
• Develop precise and thorough documentation for the processes that support risk management
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with line management and senior leaders
• Ensure compliance with current and emerging regulatory and governing requirements
• Coordinate cross-functional and inter-departmental tasks to support the company’s business continuity management program

Skills

• 1 to 2 years risk assessment based work experience within the Financial Service industry (audit, actuarial, accounting, compliance, operations)
• Ability to plan and prioritize multiple initiatives and work with relevant business stakeholders
• Active listener / excellent communication skills
• Detail-oriented and strong self-initiative with ability to take ownership of challenges and take appropriate action
• Creative problem solver
• Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database software and Power BI
• Completion of a university degree in a program such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business, or Economics
• Commitment to continue professional development to support career progression and role competency

Benefits

• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions
• Competitive commission for sales positions
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account
• Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• A cash employee referral program

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