Grade: L8
Referral Level: Level 1
Division: IGM-Tech
IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $271 billion in assets. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.
Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967, is a key part of IGM's business model, serving as a comprehensive asset-management partner for Canadian financial advisors and their clients.
At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the fourth consecutive years and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Our vision and strategy aim to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.
Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues! Our Values: Be better; we strive for improvement in everything we do. Be accountable; we foster clarity and are empowered to act responsibly. Be a team; we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.
Role Summary
The Senior Manager, IT Risk Governance supports the Director of Technology Risk in leading the Policies, Standards, and Governance function. This role is responsible for driving the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of technology risk policies, standards, and governance frameworks. The Senior Manager will collaborate across technology teams, risk functions, and business units to ensure effective security practices, risk oversight, control effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory and enterprise requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Policies and Standards for Risk & Compliance
- Collaborate with technology teams and the second line of defence function to develop and maintain technology risk policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Conduct regular reviews and updates to ensure relevance and effectiveness in supporting compliance with cybersecurity regulations and frameworks.
- Align standards with enterprise technology risk policy, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the second and third lines of defense by ensuring clear documentation and demonstrable compliance.
Governance & Control Oversight
- Support the Director in establishing and maintaining integrated governance frameworks across Information Security, IT Solutions & Availability, and Data Governance domains.
- Coordinate governance activities across business units to ensure consistency and alignment with enterprise risk frameworks.
- Assess and enhance control effectiveness to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Lead initiatives to streamline governance processes while maintaining oversight and accountability.
Risk Metrics & Reporting
- Develop and maintain Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Control Indicators (KCIs) to monitor risk posture and control performance.
- Deliver actionable insights through dashboards and reports to inform strategic decisions and enable proactive risk management.
- Use data-driven analysis to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
- Identify and close gaps in risk and governance practices to strengthen control effectiveness.
- Contribute to the enhancement of risk frameworks and governance models through structured reviews and stakeholder engagement.
- Promote a culture of accountability and risk ownership across teams.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to embed governance principles and improve operational resilience.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a liaison between technology teams, risk functions, and business units to ensure transparency and alignment.
- Support responses to internal audits, regulatory reviews, and third-party assessments.
- Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on policy interpretation, control documentation, and compliance requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- 7+ years of experience in technology risk management, IT governance, or cybersecurity.
- Strong understanding of IT risk frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT, CIS Controls).
- Experience developing and implementing policies, standards, and governance processes.
- Proficiency in risk reporting, data analysis, and dashboard development.
- Certifications such as CRISC, CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.
Soft Skills
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex risk data and translate it into actionable insights.
- Strategic Alignment: Skilled in aligning governance initiatives with business and risk objectives.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.
- Accountability: Committed to maintaining high standards of governance and ethical conduct.
Benefits:
- COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & RECOGNITION: competitive base salary, performance-weighted bonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component.
- EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & INSURANCE: competitive health and dental coverage, flexible plan for you and your family and short-term & long-term disability plans.
- RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAMS: voluntary Group RRSP enrolment with employer matching component.
- WORK LIFE BALANCE: paid volunteer days, competitive time off including 10 wellness days off, WorkPerks discount program, hybrid & flex work arrangements.
- INCLUSIVE CULTURE AND DIVERSITY: living our core values: Be a Team, Be Accountable, Be Better, engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background).
The expected annual base salary range for this role is $113,000 - $141,500, which is determined based on skills, knowledge and experience and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for annual short-term incentive, health and well-being benefits, retirement and savings plan, paid time off and career development.
IGM is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please apply by January 22, 2026.
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