Consultant, Climate Risk Management

Our Story & Purpose:

Were Vancity a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946 our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. Weve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans and were actively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada were proud to be consistently recognized as one of the countrys Top Employers. If youre ready to join our team of 2300 diverse individuals access competitive rewards and benefits and be part of a greater movement - apply today!

Your Role in Supporting Our Members:

As a Consultant Climate Risk Management you will play a key role in shaping how Vancity identifies assesses and manages climate-related risks across the organization. This role is instrumental in designing and embedding the Climate Risk Management Framework strengthening enterprise-wide resilience supporting regulatory compliance and protecting Vancitys long-term sustainability. Were looking for a strategic analytical professional with strong risk management expertise and a passion for sustainability and climate resilience.

This is a Full-time Permanent role based at our Vancity head office and will report directly to the Director Enterprise & Operational Risk Management. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Leading the design and ongoing enhancement of the Climate Risk Management Framework including policies procedures assessments and reporting mechanisms.
• Supporting the implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework and Risk Appetite Framework with meaningful and measurable integration of climate risk.
• Rolling out improved risk processes that help identify assess monitor and report climate-related financial and non-financial risks.
• Developing tools and methodologies that strengthen operational resilience protecting the organizations reputation and supporting alignment with regulatory guidance (OSFI B-15) and Vancitys Climate Transition Plan.
• Providing expertise in scenario analysis climate-related stress testing disclosures and forward-looking risk indicators.
• Creating clear visually compelling reporting and dashboards for senior leadership and the Board.
• Partnering with business units to embed climate risk practices into day-to-day operations and strategic planning.
• Championing a culture of risk awareness sustainability and accountability across the enterprise.

What Youll Bring to the Team:

• Bachelors degree in Risk Management Environmental Science Finance Business Administration or related field (Masters degree or professional designation is an asset).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in enterprise risk management ESG/climate risk or sustainability-related roles within financial services or similarly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience assessing and monitoring physical and transition climate risks including their potential impacts on credit operational strategic reputational and enterprise risk profiles.
• Knowledge of climate-related regulatory and disclosure expectations including OSFI B-15 TCFD ISSB/IFRS S1 and S2 and sustainable finance frameworks.
• Experienced applying climate scenario analysis stress testing and forward-looking risk indicators to support risk appetite reporting and decision-making.
• GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk Certificate CFA Institute Climate Risk Valuation and Investing Certificate or Similar Certification will be an asset.
• Experience leading and managing projects is beneficial.
• Proficient in risk reporting and dashboard creation for senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent stakeholder management communication and advisory skills across business.

Youll Thrive Here If You Are:

• Strategic able to connect climate risk insights to enterprise-wide decision making
• Collaborative effective at partnering across diverse teams and functions
• Analytical comfortable working with complex risk data and forward-looking scenarios
• Purpose-driven motivated by sustainability resilience and positive community impact

We value lived experience so if you are interested in this role we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills dont perfectly align with those listed.

What Youll Earn:

This role offers a salary range of$96600 to $130800 per annum. The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications skills previous experience and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program subject to program eligibility requirements.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

A career at Vancity is more than just a job youre joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• Living Wage Employer: Were the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canadas Top Employers.
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year with additional days earned over time.
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BCs 11 statutory holidays we offer 2 extra days plus care days for personal or family illness.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date with three levels of coverage to choose from.
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.

Vancity Talent Programs:

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous Black or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner this initiative provides access to career development opportunities prioritized job screening and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

At Vancity were committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace to help our people and communities thrive and prosper. Diversity in our workforce is integral so that we can truly represent understand and respond to our community needs and deliver on our member experience.

We are also committed to an inclusive barrier-free and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations or support at any stage of the recruitment process (including the application stage) we encourage you to let us know by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at Were here to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality so you can participate fully in the process.

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