The opportunity

EY’s Financial Services Risk Management (FSRM) practice is a consulting unit that provides risk management support to banks, insurers and asset managers. Our team includes individuals who have industry, client and product knowledge as well as quantitative, regulatory, project management and technology professionals. We are seeking a Senior Consultant with minimum 3-5 years experience in a mix of program management and/or risk management & regulatory experience acquired in the banking industry or in consulting services to join our team in our Toronto office.

The Senior Consultant, FSRM will be responsible for supporting Managers and Senior Managers in leading risk management programs on client engagements at Financial Institutions, supporting engagement execution, as well as developing and maintaining productive relationships with clients. You will work with a team whose focus is on solving complex problems for our clients and supporting them to achieve their program goals.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant within FSRM, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support the design and implementation of program governance and program management strategies on high visibility risk & regulatory engagements at financial institutions where successful outcomes are critical
• Support Managers and Senior Managers in establishing leading practice program management services on client engagements (e.g. program plan management, meeting facilitation, document management, etc.)
• Partner closely with key stakeholders and domain teams on a daily/weekly basis to understand program progress, risks, and issues affecting their workstreams; escalate and resolve as necessary
• Coordinate, collect, and validate, program and domain team weekly status reports
• Support the creation of various steering committee materials and weekly status reports

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Computer Science, or Finance. Progression towards a Project Management certification is an asset.
• 3-5 years’ experience in program management and/or risk & regulatory initiatives acquired in the banking industry or in consulting services.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and demonstrated knowledge in banking, risk management, and IT/Technology
• Self-motivated and willing to ask probing questions to solve client issues and identify opportunities
• Possess strong communication, presentation and writing skills to describe ideas, concepts and issues that involve interpretation, analysis and assessment of complex conceptual topics
• Possess a self-starting attitude, an ability to think outside the box and thrive on new challenges
  

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Project Management certification(s) or interest in obtaining

What we look for

If you’re a natural leader with a talent for answering and communicating complex client problems, we’re interested in you. You’ll need to be great at influencing people, ready to listen and confident in challenging the status quo. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses and addressing their most pressing problems, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.