Director, Corporate Audit Services - Toronto, Canada - Intact Financial Corporation

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    Full time
    Description

    Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you're bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

    Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are– here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It's our employee promise.

    Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

    Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

    About the role

    About The Role

    We're looking for a Director, Corporate Audit Services , to join our high performing team of professionals.

    Position Overview

    Reporting to the Vice-President, Internal Audit, North America, the Director of Corporate Audit Services will be a key member of the management team whose leadership style and business acumen will advance a skilled team in an era of new auditing standards and emerging risks.

    Location: Toronto, Montreal

    Your Role

  • Lead a team of professionals providing trusted advice or assurance on governance, internal controls and risk management activities in a large, complex environment.
  • Manage the team's performance and develop top talent.
  • Supervise the team's activities and audits or projects under their responsibilities.
  • Participate on the corporate audit services leadership team with colleagues in Canada, the United States, United Kingdom & International.
  • Provide guidance on projects to ensure risks are identified, value to the business is apparent.
  • Responsible for the audit scope and approach, and executive level reporting.
  • Support development of the annual risk-based audit plan.
  • Foster respectful relationships with stakeholders in various areas of the business bringing a strong risk and control awareness culture across the organization.
  • What You Bring to The Table

  • You are an ace of teamwork, interpersonal skills, communication, and tact.
  • You are concise and an expert in complex problem solving.
  • You have a great sense of responsibility and are skilled at making decisions.
  • You are truly versatile, strong in analytics, ingenious and innovative.
  • Education and Experience

  • Professional designation CPA – is required.
  • Minimum 8 years experience in leadership (managing managers).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex issues simply.
  • Ability to present complex issues succinctly and processional to a senior executive audience.
  • Strong understanding of insurance industry.
  • Excellent strategic communication skills; comfort in presenting to senior management.
  • Strong ability and political sense to influence various level of management.
  • Ability to make decisions independently and collaboratively with various business units.
  • Outstanding skills in negotiating, driving engagement, and developing key working relationships.
  • Ability to create a shared vision for a number of different business teams, with jointly owned goals and metrics.
  • Strong talent management skills that will support the development of the whole team.
  • Interest to drive change, ask the right questions and challenge the status quo.
  • For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
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    What we offer

    Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

  • A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
  • An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
  • An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
  • An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
  • Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
  • A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
  • Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
  • Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
  • A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
  • We are an equal opportunity employer

    At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

    If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We'll work with you to meet your needs.

    , including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.