What it’s like to be a Northbridge Director Risk Services
The Director is responsible for assisting in defining and the implementation of the strategic direction of Risk Services from a regional perspective. The Director is also responsible for managing and ensuring the appropriate provision of Risk Services advisory, consulting, training, and education services in an assigned region and managing the operational day to day functions of the department and staff.
If you are great at:
Driving a culture rooted in customer safety through effective communication of core NBFC values and Risk Services mission statement
Managing hiring, development, talent and performance management, and succession planning
Developing and maintain the Risk Services strategy in support of the overall NBFC business strategy
Determining and prioritize annual initiatives based on business and strategic value
Developing detailed functional team operational plans, budgets, priorities, and projects.
Executing annual plans to help internal and external customers mitigate risks through technical advice, training, and consulting
Meeting or exceeding the annual risk assessment plan
Leading and overseeing the gathering of market and customer intelligence on risk management to support business strategies
Monitoring industry trends in risk management (including our competitors): identifying key influencers; describing trends; determining implications; identifying threats, opportunities, and recommendations for Risk Services.
And you have:
Minimum University Degree or College Diploma and/or industry-specific experience in a similar position.
Minimum 15 years industry experience.
CRSP or CRM professional designation or equivalent is a definite asset.
Solid knowledge and understanding of risk and insurance management including business sector standards, codes and regulations.
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Possession of a valid driver’s license in good standing.
Ability to cross the USA / Canada International border without restriction.
We really mean it when we say we put you first. Here are a few ways how:
Hybrid work! You get to work from the office and at home 50/50, allowing you to manage both worlds with the ease and flexibility you need.
As you will be on the road, we will provide you with a company vehicle and take care of all additional expenses!
We offer competitive salaries and support your financial health through our employee share purchase plan, pension plans, RRSP, discounts on staff insurance, and more!
We help you prioritize your well-being from day one through flexible health benefits, early leave days, wellness programs, rewards, and recognition programs.
We are invested in helping you grow in your career through education assistance to complete your CIP, FCIP, CRM or other courses desired, internal mobility, Leadership training and mentoring programs.
NBFC cares about the community and supports the causes you believe in with donation matching and team volunteer days.
We’re committed to pay transparency and fairness. The base salary range for this role is $130,000 - $180,000, which reflects the expected base pay – not the total compensation package. The actual base salary may vary depending on your experience, skills, and alignment with the position. We’re also open to candidates at different levels, so if this range doesn’t quite match your expectations, don’t let that hold you back — we’d still love to hear from you.
This is a real opportunity — we’re actively hiring! If the role sounds like a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Beyond base pay, we offer a robust Total Rewards program that includes benefits, wellness support, and other meaningful perks.
We also want to be transparent about our hiring process. While one of our systems includes AI capabilities, over 99% of our screening is done by real people. We believe in thoughtful, human-centered hiring decisions, and are committed to giving every application the attention it deserves.
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Who we are:
We’re Northbridge Financial. We’re proud to be 100% Canadian and owned by Fairfax Financial. We serve through our Northbridge Insurance, Federated Insurance, and TruShield Insurance brands. We have a reputation for being one of Canada’s leading commercial property and casualty insurance company. Our employees are dedicated to understanding the needs of our customers and we go above and beyond to help Canadian businesses have a safer and brighter future. We’re a company of passionate people who put people first. Do you want to join a team that believes in working hard – and having fun at work – all while making a difference? Look no further than Northbridge.
At Northbridge Financial we embrace and celebrate you and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all! No matter who you are or what makes you unique, we welcome you. Please let us know how we can assist or accommodate you during the selection process.
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