Lead Divisional Risk Advisor

Responsibilities

• Partner with sales and business teams across Canada and LATAM to identify, assess, and communicate risks in practical business terms
• Provide risk advisory, oversight, and assurance aligned with enterprise risk frameworks while adapting to local business needs
• Translate complex or abstract risk issues into compelling, audience-appropriate narratives that inform decisions
• Build and evolve risk approaches, tools, and frameworks to enable effective management in less prescriptive environments
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls and recommend pragmatic, commercially viable improvements
• Advise on new and evolving products, services, and processes to ensure risks are identified early
• Build trusted relationships across geographies and functions, serving as a credible, solutions-oriented advisor
• Monitor emerging risks and trends across regions to help define meaningful measures of risk effectiveness

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
• 8–10+ years of professional experience in risk management, operational risk, compliance, audit, or a related discipline
• Practical, hands-on experience applying risk management principles in business or commercial environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders and executives
• Strong communication and storytelling skills with the ability to translate risk into clear business impact
• Proven ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced, or lean environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with risk systems such as Archer or similar platforms
• Consulting or advisory background (e.g., Big 4)
• Experience in less regulated environments
• Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills
• Experience supporting or partnering with sales or client-facing teams

Benefits

• Financial wellness programs and competitive compensation
• Physical wellness support including medical coverage and fitness resources
• Personal wellness resources and mental health support
• Learning and development opportunities, including educational assistance and professional designations

About the Company

Vanguard is a mission-driven investment management company dedicated to taking a stand for all investors. We foster a highly collaborative culture focused on long-term client outcomes and professional growth for our crew.