Head Operational Risk

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Toronto - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 1 hour ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Head of Operational Risk is responsible for leading the design implementation and oversight of the operational risk management framework across PartnerRe Group. This role ensures that operational risks are identified assessed monitored and mitigated in alignment with the Groups risk appetite and regulatory obligations. The position plays a critical role in embedding a strong risk culture and ensuring resilience across business units.

Your key responsibilities will be as follows:

  • Develop and maintain the Group-wide operational risk management framework including policies procedures and governance structures.
  • Lead risk assessments across business units including outsourcing IT compliance HR and business continuity domains.
  • Oversee operational risk reporting to Boards Risk Committees and regulators. Ensure timely escalation of incidents and emerging risks.
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements such as DORA Solvency II and local outsourcing guidelines.
  • Supervise the investigation and remediation of operational incidents and near misses. Promote transparent reporting and root cause analysis.
  • Collaborate with Legal Compliance IT Security and Audit functions to ensure integrated risk oversight.
  • Coordinate with Covéas operational risk department and ensure alignment of key metrics.

Qualifications :

You bring a minimum 10 years of experience in operational risk management preferably in (re)insurance. Furthermore you possess at least some of the following skills:

  • Effective integration of operational risk into strategic decision-making.
  • Timely and accurate reporting of operational risk metrics and incidents.
  • Demonstrated reduction in risk exposure through proactive mitigation.
  • Regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions.
  • Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • High engagement and performance.
  • Proven track record in developing and implementing risk frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory environments and risk governance.
  • Experience navigating multi-jurisdictional regulatory landscapes.
  • Professional certifications (e.g. FRM CPA CERA) are a plus.

Additional Information :

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PartnerRe Hiring Team


Remote Work :

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Employment Type :

Full-time

The Head of Operational Risk is responsible for leading the design implementation and oversight of the operational risk management framework across PartnerRe Group. This role ensures that operational risks are identified assessed monitored and mitigated in alignment with the Groups risk appetite and...
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Key Skills

  • Computer Science
  • Operational Risk Management
  • Risk Management
  • Six Sigma
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Lean
  • Process Improvement
  • Pricing
  • Customer Support
  • Alteryx
  • Kaizen
  • Project Management Lifecycle

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PartnerRe is a leading, privately owned, multi-line global reinsurer with a reputation of financial stability and strength, and a commitment to rebuilding businesses and communities after risk events around the world.Our mission is to continue to be a financially stable and predictabl ... View more

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