Director, ERM

OPENTEXT – THE INFORMATION COMPANY

As the Information Company, our mission at OpenText is to create software solutions and deliver services that redefine the future of digital. Be part of a winning team that leads the way in Enterprise Information Management.

OVERVIEW:
The Director, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), reports to the Vice President, Internal Audit and is responsible for coordinating enterprise risk management within the organization and overseeing the planning and execution of the ERM cycle, including risk framework updates, risk assessments, risk monitoring and reporting to key stakeholders.

The ideal leader will have strong program management, relationship management, change management and people management skills to apply towards directing the planning, implementation and execution of ERM solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Act as the main point of contact for coordinating enterprise risk management within the organization and overseeing the planning and execution of the ERM cycle, including risk framework updates, risk assessments, risk monitoring and reporting to key stakeholders

Liaise effectively with internal providers of risk and assurance services to align activities, eliminate redundancies, ensure appropriate coverage (e.g. Internal Audit, Regulatory Compliance, SOX Compliance etc.)

Assist in the development and roll-out of relevant risk management tools and guidance

Collaborate with other Internal Audit leaders to evaluate enterprise risk and compliance activities, and ensure that design and effectiveness testing results from audits are incorporated into risk information

Proactively develop and own relationships of our key stakeholders in the business, to ensure their needs are being met, and we are adding value in the right areas

Demonstrate highly developed and effective communication skills, particularly in the areas of group facilitation and presentation

Champion specific initiatives to enhance the quality and value of our service delivery including benchmarking, internal/external research, thought leadership, training & competency development

Create and present deliverables tailored to the needs of the audience, including highly visual creative content and stress testing for risk scenarios

Internal Audit skills are an asset. The individual might be asked to partner with IA and assist with audits in accordance with the Internal Audit charter and to review the planning, performance and reporting on medium to high complexity audits

Assist the VP, Audit in developing and maintaining an ERM and Internal Audit methodology that ensures the quality of operations is conducted with due professional care.

Maintain professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills, and experience and professional certifications

Assist with various special projects, as needed

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Education:
Undergraduate degree in business or other related disciplines

Minimum 10 years of relevant ERM, Internal Audit, or risk consulting experience, 3 of which are in a management role, with an advanced understanding of risk management theory and practice, and of strategic, operational, financial, compliance and risks and controls

Relevant certification in risk management or related field is an asset. CIA, CISA, or other audit-related degrees are an asset

Skills and Experience:
Relevant ERM and internal audit experience in a management role, with an advanced understanding of risk management theory and practice, and of strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and information system risks and controls

Strong knowledge of ERM governance and control frameworks such as COSO is essential

Eligible to work in Canada and willing to travel

Must be committed to working the hours required to complete projects on time and in line with quality expectations

Strong customer service mindset with demonstrated success in business partnering to achieve organizational goals.

Strong team player, understanding that you deliver as a team and it is always best when you collaborate to find solutions to problems.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and consistently, with effective listening and excellent writing skills. Strong report writing skills is a key requirement of this position.

Demonstrated teamwork and leadership. This includes leading a team of at least 2-3 senior audit professionals.

Excellent analytical skills – to identify and cover the highest risks with efficient and practical solutions

Ability to extract data and work with systems and software applications.

Experience with Audit Board or other similar products for managing audit progress, scheduling and electronic working papers is an asset.

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