Director leading strategy, risk, governance, and operations for EQ Bank’s Reverse Mortgage and Insurance Lending business. Driving growth, profitability, regulatory compliance, and transformation.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic planning, business performance, business enablement, governance, and risk management for the Reverse Mortgage and Insurance Lending business
Support development and execution of the annual business strategy, operating plan, and growth priorities
Own KPI development, executive dashboards, forecasting, financial modeling, and business performance management
Drive strategic initiatives and investment decisions through business cases, market analysis, profitability assessments, and performance reporting
Own first-line risk management across credit, operational, compliance, legal, conduct, model, and reputational risks
Liaise with Risk, Compliance, Legal, Audit, Finance, Governance, Fraud Management, and other corporate partners
Lead risk assessments, remediation, governance activities, committee submissions, and business control testing
Oversee LTV model governance, portfolio monitoring, stress testing, scenario analysis, and portfolio metrics
Prepare Board, Executive Committee, ERMC, and regulatory reporting packages
Develop data-driven insights and recommendations for strategic and risk-related decisions
Lead cross-functional transformation and operational improvement initiatives
Establish governance frameworks for strategic project delivery and partner with Technology, Operations, Product, and Finance
Evaluate new products, develop business cases, and coordinate cross-functional product assessments
Lead, develop, and coach a high-performing team across strategy, risk, analytics, and business operations
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in strategy, risk management, business management, finance, consulting, or related leadership roles within financial services
Ideally has a mix of Consulting and financial industry experience
Deep understanding of credit risk, operational risk, compliance risk, governance frameworks, and financial services regulatory environments
Experience preparing Executive Committee, Board, and Risk Committee materials
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and business case development experience
Experience leading strategic planning and enterprise transformation initiatives
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations and actionable insights
Exceptional stakeholder management skills with demonstrated ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional teams
Advanced proficiency in data analysis, KPI development, dashboard creation, and performance management
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check
Benefits
Competitive discretionary bonus
Market leading RRSP match program
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Maternity/Parental top-up
Generous vacation policy and personal days
Virtual events to connect with colleagues
Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
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