Director of Internal Audit (Risk & Insurance)

Lead strategic audit initiatives in a major insurance environment. This senior-level six-month hybrid contract in Waterloo puts you at the center of risk compliance and governance execution. Work closely with executives guide audit teams and deliver high-impact insights in a fast-paced regulated sector.

Salaried: $98-108 per hour.

Incorporated Business Rate: $110-120 per hour.

6-month contract.

Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.

Weekday schedule from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Hybrid model with 23 days per week on-site at the office.

Provide strategic and operational leadership for internal audit activities within the Canadian business portfolio.

Lead a team of 45 auditors and oversee audit engagements from planning to execution.

Deliver risk-based insights to senior stakeholders and present clear concise audit reports.

Manage complex engagements ensuring alignment with audit standards and internal policies.

Engage with internal external and regulatory stakeholders to validate findings and monitor action plans.

Conduct resource planning chair client and stakeholder meetings and drive continuous improvement.

Support compliance and regulatory audits including the preparation of executive presentations.

Foster a high-performance team culture and provide coaching to audit staff.

Professional designation such as CPA CIA CISA or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Security Clearance: Enhanced Reliability Clearance (ERC) required.

57 years of experience in internal audit risk or assurance roles within complex environments.

Demonstrated leadership experience at a senior or director level.

In-depth understanding of audit standards risk methodologies and internal control frameworks.

Familiarity with control frameworks such as COSO and COBIT.

Strong stakeholder management communication and influencing skills.

Experience in insurance finance or regulatory environments is essential.

Proficient with Microsoft applications; experience with Archer and Tableau is a strong asset.

Ability to work independently and deliver results in a fast-paced matrixed organization.

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