Manager/Senior Manager, Operational Risk & Controls

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Enhance KOHO’s operational risk management framework and practices in accordance with applicable OSFI Guidelines.

• Spearhead the comprehensive development and execution of a Second Line Controls Testing program.

• Recognize emerging operational risks and trends, and formulate strategies for implementation.

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Second Line Controls Testing program.

• Create and sustain test scripts, workpapers, and documentation that support testing conclusions and findings.

• Generate testing status reports and summaries for Management review and Risk Committee presentations.

• Monitor and track remediation activities.

• Conduct and/or supervise independent testing of First Line controls.

• Assist in the execution of enterprise-wide Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs).

• Foster and maintain robust working relationships with First Line business partners.

• Discover opportunities to utilize AI, machine learning, RPA, and data analytics to improve the efficiency of controls testing and risk assessment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of experience in operational risk, controls testing, internal audit, or compliance within the financial services sector.

• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong grasp of the interconnections across various non-financial risk domains (compliance, third party, business continuity, tech/cyber, etc.).

• Background in regulated fintech, neobanks, or direct-to-consumer financial institutions.

• A strong passion for innovation, inclusion, and promoting financial wellness.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation & equity.

• Generous vacation + Wellness days + Flex Days + holiday closure.

• Remote-first work environment + coworking support + annual all-hands retreat.

• Access to coaching & growth programs.

• Parental top-up & leave policies.

• Comprehensive health benefits.

• Power-up budgets for books, home office setup, phone & internet, AI tools, and professional development.