Location: Toronto, Kitchener, or Windsor, ON.
WFCU Credit Union has been recognized as a leading, progressive financial institution headquartered in Windsor and Essex County since 1940. Proudly serving Ontario residents, community organizations, small businesses, commercial entities, and public institutions for over 85 years, WFCU is the sixth largest credit union in Ontario, and among the top twenty credit unions in Canada.
WFCU is seeking a skilled Director, Enterprise Risk Management to join its dedicated team rooted in their mission to drive progressive change through innovative financial solutions.
Reporting to the Senior Risk Officer (SRO), the Director supports the execution, ongoing development and evolution of the risk management function at WFCU. By applying a systematic and disciplined approach to identifying and assessing risks across both our traditional business model and innovative new initiatives, the Director enhances the overall effectiveness of our risk management strategies. The Director serves as an advisor to the SRO and other stakeholders providing guidance on risk related matters operating in the second line of defense. Also, the Director will support the ongoing development and continuous improvement of our risk management program.
As an ideal candidate, you bring a university degree and a professional designation (CPA/CA, CRMA or CRM), or advanced degree (MBA) combined with a minimum of five years of team leadership experience. You demonstrate sound knowledge of risk management principles applicable to financial institutions, along with strength in financial management concepts and familiarity with auditing principles, ideally acquired within a credit union or other financial institution that operates advanced risk management systems and processes. WFCU will benefit from your experience developing risk management strategies, implementing and maintaining enterprise risk management frameworks and comprehensive risk reporting and applying analytical skills in evaluating risks. An outstanding communicator who can establish effective business relationships at all levels, you are particularly adept at supporting, liaising and/or presenting to executive management and/or Board level committees. You consistently demonstrate strong judgment, tact, and diplomacy, and can accurately communicate WFCU’s current and changing risk profile.
Find out why WFCU, for the 6th consecutive year, has been certified as a Great Place to Work and has repeatedly been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada. To apply for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2914. For more information, please contact cmorrison@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
WFCU Credit Union will accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities through our recruitment process as we are made aware of these requests. The accommodation will be based on the individual needs of the job candidate.
