Director, Operational Risk Audit

iA Financial Group (Industrial Alliance)

. Support the development, maintenance, and review of the internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeQuebec City • CanadaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in internal audit methodologies, risk management, and team leadership within the insurance and financial services industry. Proficient in data analytics and effective communication, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.

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Internal Audit ManagementRisk ManagementTeam LeadershipData AnalyticsCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Audit PlanningFinancial AccountingGovernanceBusiness ContinuityThird-Party Risk ManagementOperational AuditsSampling MethodologyKey Risk IndicatorsDashboard ReportingContinuous Auditing

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA CertificationCIA Certification

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryFinancial ServicesInternal ControlStrategic RisksReputational RiskClimate RiskLegal RiskClient Experience RiskTalent and CulturePhysical Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development, maintenance, and review of the internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Lead operational audits covering strategic risks, governance and enterprise risk management, physical security, talent and culture, financial accounting, business continuity, third-party risks, and treasury operations.
Lead audits related to cross-functional risks, including reputational, climate, legal, and client experience risks.
Oversee all stages of audit engagements, including planning, test procedures, sampling methodology, interviews with process owners, and closing meetings with management.
Articulate and present audit findings and recommendations, both verbally and in writing.
Support and review the work performed by the audit team.
Advance internal audit methodologies through data analytics, key risk indicators, continuous auditing and monitoring, and dashboard reporting for high-volume transactions.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in internal control and risk management.
Support annual and quarterly audit reporting.
Coach and develop team members while maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, actuarial science, or another field relevant to the role, along with a CPA designation.
A CIA certification is considered an asset.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, including at least 5 years in internal control.
At least 5 years of experience managing a team.
Dynamic, collaborative, and inspiring leadership.
Strong business acumen, creativity, a solutions-oriented mindset, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while managing multiple responsibilities and strict deadlines.
Excellent analytical, organizational, coordination, time management, problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Advanced proficiency in French and intermediate proficiency in English is required.
Ability to deliver presentations, validate information, prepare audit plans, and communicate with English-speaking internal and external partners on a daily basis.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A work environment where learning and development come together with a collective pursuit of excellence.
Artificial intelligence in everyone’s hands, helping increase personal effectiveness and support organizational growth.
A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone can express and develop their potential freely.
A hybrid work environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.
Opportunities to contribute directly to the continuous improvement of internal audit, risk management, and internal control practices.
A leadership role that provides opportunities to mobilize and develop a team while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.
Flexible group insurance coverage and telemedicine.
Competitive retirement plan.
Employee share purchase plan.
Vacation program and wellness and personal development days.
Employee and family assistance program.
Ergonomic office furniture program.
Performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and more.