Staff Consultant - Risk, Process & Controls

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1757493

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The opportunity

Our Risk, Process & Controls team provides comprehensive risk services that help organizations enhance their risk management, internal controls and internal audit functions. As a Staff Consultant, you will work within the Risk, Process & Controls team to support the delivery of high-quality risk consulting services, focusing on the evaluation and enhancement of non-financial risk capabilities, including Enterprise, Operational, Digital, Data and Third-Party Risk Management. You will have the opportunity to contribute to internal controls engagements, business process risk assessments, internal audit activities and diagnostics designed to assess the effectiveness of risk management and internal control environments. This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Staff Consultant in the Risk, Process & Controls team, you will support the delivery of risk services and work alongside experienced team members to help organizations evaluate and enhance their risk management, internal controls and internal audit functions. You will:

- Support the development and enhancement of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Operational Risk Management (ORM), Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), Digital Risk Management and Data Risk Management programs




- Assist with assessments of current and target operating models for risk and control management across the three lines of defense (LOD)
- Support the assessment and enhancement of IT governance, risk and compliance programs
- Assist in developing and refining risk management policies, processes and frameworks
- Participate in internal audit, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and internal controls projects in accordance with client risk management strategies
- Participate in and/or assist with walkthroughs, documentation, evaluation and testing of business process controls, management review controls and digital risk controls
- Participate in and/or assist with identifying potential control enhancements and process improvement opportunities
- Prepare clear and well-organized documentation, analyses and client deliverables
- Build effective working relationships with client personnel and EY team members
- Deliver quality work within established timelines and communicate progress, issues and potential risks to senior team members
- Demonstrate sound judgement and risk awareness regarding AI and data use, confidentiality and ethical considerations
- Stay informed of relevant business and industry trends

To qualify for the role you must have

- 1–3 years of relevant experience
- An Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Accounting, Business, STEM or another related field of study




- Experience or demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Internal Audit, Internal Controls, SOX, ICFR, ITGCs and Non-Financial Risks
- Proficiency with MS Office, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint
- Effective organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to project deadlines
- Solid interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in French and in English
- A willingness to learn, take initiative and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Ideally, you’ll also have

- Relevant designations such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CRISC, or demonstrated interest in pursuing a relevant professional designation or currently completing one
- Exposure to risk management, internal controls, internal audit, compliance or related consulting environments

What We Look For

We’re interested in highly motivated and curious individuals who are eager to learn and develop their consulting skills. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to a variety of client engagements and develop your knowledge across risk management, internal controls and internal audit. You’ll need to be comfortable working collaboratively, taking initiative and adapting to different client environments. If you’re serious about building a career in consulting and interested in helping organizations address complex risk and control challenges, this role is for you.

What We Offer

- $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
- Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay

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