Consultant, Enterprise Risk Management

We’re Vancity, a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946, our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. We’ve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans, and we’re actively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s Top Employers. If you’re ready to join our team of 2,700 diverse individuals, access competitive rewards and benefits, and be part of a greater movement - apply today!

As a Consultant, Enterprise Risk Management, you will play a key role in advancing and maturing Vancity's enterprise risk management program. You will support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF), Risk Appetite Framework (RAF), and other foundational risk management capabilities that strengthen risk-informed decision-making across the organization.

Working collaboratively with stakeholders across Vancity, you will help embed risk management practices, enhance risk reporting and oversight, and contribute to the development of a strong risk culture. We are seeking a proactive and influential risk professional who enjoys building and maturing risk management capabilities, driving change, and turning strategy into practical solutions.

This is a Full-time, Permanent role based at Vancity's Head Office. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands.

• Support the implementation, embedding, and maturation of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF).
• Coordinate annual reviews and updates to the ERMF to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and industry practices.
• Lead or support the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of enterprise risk management processes, tools, methodologies, and governance practices within an evolving risk management program.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to embed ERM practices and strengthen risk ownership and accountability.
• Drive the adoption of enterprise risk management practices through stakeholder engagement, training, communication, and change management activities.
• Support the implementation, embedding, and ongoing maturity of the Risk Appetite Framework (RAF).
• Monitor risk appetite limits and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), identifying emerging trends, concentrations, and breaches.
• Partner with business units to develop, refine, and maintain KRIs.
• Lead the preparation of quarterly enterprise risk reports, dashboards, and presentation materials for the Risk Management Committee (RMC) and Risk Committee (RC).
• Build and mature enterprise risk registers, risk taxonomy, risk acceptance processes, and other foundational ERM capabilities.
• Facilitate risk workshops and stakeholder discussions to identify, assess, and manage risks across the organization.
• Review and challenge New Initiative Risk Assessments (NIRAs) and significant business initiatives, providing independent risk oversight and supporting risk-informed decision-making.
•  Monitor evolving regulatory expectations and emerging industry practices and assess potential impacts on the organization.
•  Lead the annual risk management self-assessment process against applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparing materials for regulatory reviews and audits.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in enterprise risk management, operational risk, compliance, audit, financial services, or a related field.
• Experience supporting the development, implementation, or enhancement of enterprise risk management programs.
• Demonstrated experience conducting risk assessments, risk analysis, risk reporting, and developing practical, risk-informed recommendations.
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management principles, governance frameworks, risk appetite, risk monitoring, and internal controls.
• Experience developing, monitoring, or reporting on risk limits and key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations and executive-level reporting.
•  Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work in a dynamic, evolving environment.
•  Professional designations such as CRM, CRMA, CPA, FRM, or equivalent are considered an asset.

• Experience working within financial services, banking, or credit unions.
• Experience supporting or implementing Enterprise Risk Management Frameworks (ERMF), Risk Appetite Frameworks (RAF), risk governance programs, or related oversight functions.
• Experience developing Board, Committee, or Executive-level risk reporting and presentations.
• Knowledge of OSFI guidance and regulatory expectations applicable to Canadian financial institutions.
• Experience facilitating risk workshops, enterprise risk assessments, self-assessments, or strategic risk discussions.

• Influential – You build credibility with stakeholders and can effectively challenge, educate, and influence decision-making.
• Strategic – You understand how effective risk management enables the organization to achieve its objectives and support long-term success.
• Implementation-Oriented – You enjoy turning concepts, frameworks, and strategies into practical processes, tools, and sustainable ways of working.
• Adaptable – You are comfortable working in an evolving environment where priorities shift and new opportunities emerge.
• Proactive – You take initiative, identify opportunities for improvement, and help move ideas from concept to implementation.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

This role offers a salary range of $86,400 to $111,800 per annum. While the final offer will be determined based on relevant qualifications, skills, experience, and internal equity, we

anticipate hiring near the midpoint of the salary range for candidates who meet the full requirements of the role. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers.
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time.
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from.
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details, please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

This role is an open vacancy, and our hiring process is grounded in fairness, transparency, and inclusion. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations or support at any stage

of the recruitment process, including the application stage, we encourage you to let us know. We’re here to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality, so you can participate fully in the process.