Permanent Full Time Are you passionate about turning data into clear risk insight, practical action and informed business decisions? Great-West Lifeco is seeking a Director, Operational Risk and Resilience to mature operational risk and resilience reporting into proactive, decision-focused insights. The Director will integrate operational risk and resilience information and, in partnership with reporting leads across Compliance, Technology, Model and AI Risk, and Fraud, coordinate a consolidated view of relevant risk themes, while accountability remains with each domain owner.

As a trusted advisor, the Director will improve reporting quality and consistency and develop practical dashboards and narratives that highlight what matters most and the action required. Lead the development of decision-focused Operational Risk & Resilience reporting, analytics and insights that support effective management and governance oversight. Deliver clear, actionable insights by translating complex risk information into meaningful narratives.

Connect operational risk data across risks, controls, issues, events, losses, resilience and regulatory requirements. Develop dashboards, metrics, KRIs and analytics that support proactive risk management. Partner across Risk, Compliance, Data and Technology to collect risk inputs owned by other functions and to improve reporting, data quality and automation.

Identify emerging operational risk and resilience themes risks, trends, control weaknesses and forward-looking indicators. Establish consistent reporting standards, governance and data discipline.



Track and report on operational risk and resilience team performance, maturity and continuous improvement outcomes Build strong stakeholder relationships and drive cross-functional alignment on operational risk themes and actions. 5+ years of experience in risk management, operational risk, compliance, audit, analytics, reporting, or a related discipline, preferably within financial services ~ Strong data, analytics and reporting skills, with experience using dashboards, metrics and insights to support executive decision-making. ~ Ability to turn complex risk and performance information into clear, actionable executive insights and recommendations. ~ Experience developing or enhancing risk, governance and management reporting frameworks. ~ Solid understanding of operational risk, controls, issue management, risk appetite, regulatory expectations and the three lines model. ~ Demonstrated leadership, judgement and execution skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver high-quality outcomes. ~ Interest in emerging risks, AI, automation and modern reporting practices, with the ability to assess opportunities and risks responsibly. ~ Professional designation in risk, audit, compliance, analytics, finance or a related field is an asset.





This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). Great-West Lifeco Inc is a Canadian headquarter, international financial services holding company with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. At the end of 2024, our companies had over 32,250 employees, 106,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners – serving approximately 40 million customer relationships.

Great-West Lifeco trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol GWO and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies. We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member: Versatile health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.

Time Off:In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.

Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program and additionalinvestment options.

Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Great-West Lifeco policies. #

📌 Head of Audit, Risk, and Compliance (Winnipeg)
🏢 Canada Life
📍 Winnipeg