Risk Advisor

Job#: 3039185

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our staffing practice is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Intermediate/Senior Risk Advisor to join our client, a Big 5 Bank, and play a critical role in strengthening their internal controls and risk management framework.

Client:
Big 5 Bank

Location:

Downtown Toronto (1 day in office)

Duration: 6‑month contract (potential extension or conversion)

Hours/week: hrs

Start date:

July 2025

• Proactively identify risk exposures, manage control deficiencies, and implement robust risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain core risk artifacts such as RCSAs, CIRAs, and RCMs, and lead drafting and execution of risk and control initiatives across the business.
• Own the end‑to‑end lifecycle of control deficiencies, from identification through remediation and closure.
• Ensure timely resolution of deficiencies, track progress, and elevate risks to senior leadership as needed.
• Collaborate with business partners to develop sustainable remediation plans and monitor execution.
• Lead development and maintenance of RCSAs, CIRAs, RCMs to ensure comprehensive risk coverage and control effectiveness.
• Analyze operational losses, root causes, and control gaps to inform risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on design and implementation of controls to address identified risks.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert on operational risk and control frameworks, providing strategic advice to business leaders.
• Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory examinations by preparing documentation and leading walkthroughs.
• Participate in enterprise‑wide risk initiatives and contribute to development of risk policies and standards.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and relationship manager to TI&I leadership and key stakeholders across the first, second, and third lines of defense.
• Represent Governance & Controls team on business initiatives, ensuring risk considerations embedded in decision‑making.
• Communicate risk insights and control expectations clearly and effectively to drive accountability and awareness.

• Extensive experience in operational risk management, internal controls, or audit within a complex, regulated environment.
• Deep understanding of risk frameworks and tools, including RCSAs, CIRAs, RCMs, and deficiency management processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with ability to synthesize complex information and develop actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Proactive mindset and passion for continuous improvement in risk and control practices.