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Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.  

At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most. 

The Opportunity

As a key member within the Compliance and Risk organization at Aviva Canada, you will have a significant role protecting our dedication to regulatory compliance, customer outcomes, and positive relationships with regulators. Operating in a highly regulated financial services environment, you will lead the development and execution of Aviva Canada’s annual Independent Monitoring & Testing (IM&T) plan. You will ensure our operational, regulatory, conduct, and fraud-related risks are accurately identified, assessed, and monitored.

This role also serves as a central point for horizon scanning; keeping Aviva Canada informed of new and emerging regulatory developments across federal and provincial bodies and communicating impacts to stakeholders.

What you’ll do:

• Own the planning, oversight, and delivery of the annual Independent Monitoring & Testing (IM&T) plan in alignment with Aviva Group methodology.

• Develop and improve processes for 1st line regulatory self‑assessments in Ethidex and support 2nd line assurance testing.

• Conduct risk assessments, identify trends, analyze testing results, and provide insights that support strong compliance and customer outcomes.

• Review emerging regulatory guidance and new regulations, determine applicability, and issue timely communications to relevant stakeholders.

• Coordinate assurance activities with Internal Audit and Risk teams.

• Lead all aspects of testing activities, including scoping, execution, issue management, remediation tracking, and reviewing action closure evidence.

• Prepare and deliver IM&T reporting to Senior Management, including key messages, trends, and issues requiring escalation.

• Provide mentoring and guidance to both 1st and 2nd line teams on compliance expectations and testing quality.

• Participate in Compliance & Risk team meetings, forums, and committees as required.

• Support methodology improvements, colleague training, and ongoing horizon scanning processes.

What you’ll bring:

• Working understanding of the Canadian financial services insurance industry.

• Awareness of relevant federal and provincial regulatory expectations.

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance management frameworks and financial crime regulations.

• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to independently form and express credible viewpoints.

• Excellent relationship‑building, communication (written & verbal), and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and time‑management capabilities.

• Ability to challenge constructively and influence key stakeholders.

• A collaborative, team-oriented approach with high personal integrity.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience in compliance monitoring, assurance, internal audit, or risk management within financial services.

• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver sophisticated annual assurance programs.

• Expertise in interpreting and operationalizing regulatory changes.

• Familiarity with Ethidex or similar compliance self‑assessment systems.

• Ability to mentor teams, drive methodology improvements, and support cross‑functional collaboration.

What you’ll get:

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities. 

• Hybrid flexible work model.

• Outstanding career development opportunities.

• We’ll support your professional development education. 

• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year. 

• Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.  

• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.  

This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require an accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact your Aviva Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.

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