Director, Enterprise Risk Management

Responsibilities

• Oversee ERM across multiple operating companies, ensuring consistency and alignment across the organization
• Partner with senior leadership to embed risk considerations into strategic planning and business decision-making
• Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of the ERM framework
• Own and advance the organization's risk appetite and tolerance framework, aligning it to strategy
• Drive enterprise-wide risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
• Deliver risk reporting and forward-looking insights to senior leadership, the SMT, and the Board
• Lead GRC strategy, including selection and implementation of tools
• Act as a central ERM leader, coordinating with specialized risk functions (e.g., Compliance, Audit, IT Risk) to ensure a cohesive enterprise view of risk
• Lead and develop a growing ERM team, fostering a strong risk-aware culture
• What You Bring
• Current or recent leadership experience within an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) function
• 10+ years of experience in risk, audit, or compliance
• Experience operating in a highly regulated environment (e.g., insurance, financial services, healthcare)
• Proven leadership experience building and leading ERM programs and teams
• Strong experience developing and implementing risk appetite frameworks
• Deep understanding of ERM frameworks, governance, and regulatory expectations
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive enterprise-wide change
• Experience with GRC tools/technology
• Ability to operate at both a strategic and hands-on level when needed
• FRM, PRM, or similar certifications considered an asset
• #LI-VS1
• This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization / Ce poste est actuellement vacant au sein de notre organisation.
• Pay Range:
• 120,335 - 154,717 CAD
• Our recruitment process may involve automated tools, including AI, to assist in screening applications.
• If you experience any technical issues throughout the application process, please email: Medavie.Recruitment@medavie.ca .

Benefits

Additional Information

Position Type: Permanent If you're looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you've come to the right place. As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do - and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year. Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest - and it's reflected in our award-winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential. Be part of it by applying for a position with us today. Medavie is seeking a Director, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to lead and continue building our enterprise-wide risk function across multiple operating companies. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape and mature ERM in a complex, regulated environment. Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, this role will directly influence how risk appetite, governance, and risk insights inform executive decision-making. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board while continuing to evolve a strong, enterprise-wide risk culture.

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