Supervising Associate, Risk Management Compliance & Ethics

The opportunity

The risks in todays business environment are increasingly complex and are evolving faster than ever before. At EY were constantly responding to this changing environment by examining the ways we proactively manage risk today and preparing for the risk environment of tomorrow. EY Canadas highly engaged Risk Management function is responsible for the management of a variety of business and legal risks associated with regulatory compliance privacy and data protection and EY internal policies including client and engagement acceptance conflicts and independence.

Risk Managements Compliance & Ethics team is searching for a Supervising Associate with a focus on regulatory compliance. As an integral member of the team this individual will assist with policies processes and procedures established to support the Firms compliance with laws and regulations including those related to professional regulatory requirements (from CPA bodies local and foreign audit regulators) financial crime and internal EY policy compliance. This individual will also promote and demonstrate commitment to risk management processes and policies within the Firm.

This position is open to candidates in any city across Canada with an EY office.

Your key responsibilities

• Support and promote compliance with various Canadian laws and regulations and EY policies and processes including responding to queries from EY personnel clients and regulators.
• Assist with tracking applicable requirements implementing and updating policies and related processes and tools and performing risk assessments reviews and testing.
• Consistently provide high quality risk-appropriate solutions guidance and advice to EY professionals and stakeholders.
• Help measure and monitor the effectiveness of tools and processes conduct regular monitoring and reporting solicit feedback from stakeholders and recommend improvements.
• Provide support to the Compliance & Ethics Leader and the broader compliance team.
• Collaborate with EY Global/Area functions other EY member firms and local stakeholders such as GCO and Professional Practice to implement policies processes and tools within Canada.
• Assist with and support other special projects on an as needed basis.
• Assist in developing and delivering training to new hires and professional personnel as required and awareness campaigns on a regular basis.
• Foster a culture of compliance throughout the firm promoting ethical behaviour and accountability

Skills and attributes for success

• University or college degree
• Minimum two years experience in a risk management compliance or legal function in a multi-disciplinary professional services firm
• Strong organizational and time-management skills ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills with high attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and client service
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) coupled with the ability to deal with confidential information discreetly and to handle difficult and demanding situations
• Familiarity with risk management and compliance principles and the ability to understand policies and provide guidance on related matters.
• Familiarity with the services provided by a multidisciplinary professional services firm
• Ability to work in a busy deadline driven environment focused on accuracy and confidentiality
• Ability to effectively solve problems using sound judgment
• Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape
• Strong knowledge of Excel and project management experience an asset but not required

What we offer you

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical emotional financial and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical dental and prescription drug coverage as well as mental health benefits a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off including personal days vacation days and additional firm-wide holidays along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EYs exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

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The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $75600 to $113400. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and work location city.

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. Were 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.