Director, Enterprise Risk Management

Location: Toronto, Kitchener, or Windsor, ON.

WFCU Credit Union has been recognized as a leading, progressive financial institution
headquartered in Windsor and Essex County since 1940. Proudly serving Ontario
residents, community organizations, small businesses, commercial entities, and public
institutions for over 85 years, WFCU is the sixth largest credit union in Ontario, and
among the top twenty credit unions in Canada.

WFCU is seeking a skilled Director, Enterprise Risk Management to join its dedicated
team rooted in their mission to drive progressive change through innovative financial
solutions.

Reporting to the Senior Risk Officer (SRO), the Director supports the execution, ongoing
development and evolution of the risk management function at WFCU. By applying a
systematic and disciplined approach to identifying and assessing risks across both our
traditional business model and innovative new initiatives, the Director enhances the
overall effectiveness of our risk management strategies. The Director serves as an
advisor to the SRO and other stakeholders providing guidance on risk related matters
operating in the second line of defense. Also, the Director will support the ongoing
development and continuous improvement of our risk management program.
As an ideal candidate, you bring a university degree and a professional designation
(CPA/CA, CRMA or CRM), or advanced degree (MBA) combined with a minimum of five
years of team leadership experience. You demonstrate sound knowledge of risk
management principles applicable to financial institutions, along with strength in financial
management concepts and familiarity with auditing principles, ideally acquired within a
credit union or other financial institution that operates advanced risk management
systems and processes. WFCU will benefit from your experience developing risk
management strategies, implementing and maintaining enterprise risk management
frameworks and comprehensive risk reporting and applying analytical skills in evaluating
risks. An outstanding communicator who can establish effective business relationships at
all levels, you are particularly adept at supporting, liaising and/or presenting to executive
management and/or Board level committees. You consistently demonstrate strong
judgment, tact, and diplomacy, and can accurately communicate WFCU’s current and
changing risk profile.

Find out why WFCU, for the 6th consecutive year, has been certified as a Great Place to
Work and has repeatedly been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada. To apply
for this position, please visit: boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2914. For more information,
please contact cmorrison@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the
subject line of your e-mail.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the
role will be contacted.

WFCU Credit Union will accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities through
our recruitment process as we are made aware of these requests. The accommodation
will be based on the individual needs of the job candidate.