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Director, Business Continuity Risk Management Description:
Permanent Full Time
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We are seeking a Director, Business Continuity Risk Management (Canada) to provide risk management leadership, independent oversight, and support ongoing maturity of the Canadian segment's Business Continuity Risk Management (BCRM) program.
Reporting to the AVP, Operational Risk & Resilience, this role is accountable for collaborating with 1st Line of Defence stakeholders in the ongoing development, effectiveness, and maturity of the Business Continuity Risk Management framework across Canada. The Director serves as a 2nd Line of Defence leader and responsible for overseeing the Emergency Response (ER), Incident & Crisis Management (ICM), Business Continuity (BC), and Technology Resiliency (TR) pillars of the framework, ensuring alignment with enterprise policies, regulatory expectations, and industry leading practices.
This role provides thought leadership, independent risk opinion, and influence on business continuity risk management processes and resilience capabilities. Furthermore, this role leads the development, review and presentation of risk reporting to senior management and risk committees.
What You Will Do Lead the 2nd Line oversight program for Business Continuity Risk Management across Canada, providing independent oversight and challenge to ensure the design, implementation, effectiveness, and sustainability of business continuity and resilience capabilities across business units
Coordinate with key 1st Line and 2nd Line stakeholders to define and implement 2nd Line oversight engagement model
Define and execute on 2nd Line strategic priorities to support advancing operational resilience, maturing the BCRM framework, and drive operational excellence through adoption of innovation and technology/tooling
Lead and develop a high performing team, promoting collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Partner with 2nd Line stakeholders, including global Operational Risk and Resilience and other risk SMEs, to drive continuous enhancement of risk frameworks, contribute to updates to risk appetite, and strengthen reporting and oversight processes




Provide subject matter expertise and independent advice on business disruption risk concerns, including incident response processes, supporting enterprise risk management programs and assessments, including Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs), initiative and change assessments, scenario testing, and issues management processes
Review internal and external business disruption risk trends, current and emerging risks, and the BCRM risk profile, proactively recommending enhancements to framework and risk management activities
Lead reporting, providing clear and concise risk insights for senior management and risk committees
Represent 2nd Line in internal audit reviews and regulatory examinations
What You Will Bring Post secondary education or equivalent experience, preferably in business, risk management, finance, or compliance disciplines
Minimum 7 years of experience in financial services or a regulated environment with operational risk management accountabilities
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing teams
Demonstrated leadership, judgement and execution skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver high-quality outcomes
Experience in Emergency Response, Crisis Management, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery within a 1st or 2nd Line of Defence role
Industry skilled accreditation / certification is an asset (i.e. CBCI, AMBCI, MBCI, FBCI, ABCP, CBCP, MBCP) and experience with ISO 22301
Proven strength in building relationships, influencing outcomes, and navigating complexity across diverse stakeholder groups
Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently
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The base salary for this position is between $121,200.00 - $171,200.00 annually.



This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Grow with Canada Life We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial,physicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.
We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers,communitiesand each other.Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!
What we offer Career Development : Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2,000 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.
Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits,plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
Time Off: In addition to regular vacation andpersonal days,we support communityinvolvement withavolunteer day.
Financial Security :Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.
Rewards and Recognition :Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
Emphasis onCommunity :We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs),mentorshipprograms,socialclubsandevents.
Learn moreabout Canada Life .
We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [email protected]. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Canada Life policies.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted
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📌 Director, Business Continuity Risk Management (Ontario)
🏢 Canada Life Group
📍 Ontario