Job ID
76825
Job Title
Sr. Consultant, Enterprise Risk & Transformation
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
2026/06/30
Job Type
Continuing
Close Date
2026/07/19
Employee Group
TMG
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Department
Chief Risk Office
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Salary Grade/Band
Band L
Salary Range
$91464.00 - $137196.00 (annual)
Job Code
104973
Hiring Range
$89346.00 - $117115.00
Existing Vacancy
Yes - Newly Created Position
Target Number of Openings
1
Hours per Week
35
Job Description
Title:
Senior Consultant, Enterprise Risk & Transformation
Reports To:
Director, Enterprise Risk Management
Department Overview
The Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Office coordinates the university’s enterprise-level risk function.
It addresses growing demands driven by:
ESG trends
Funder expectations
Third-party management
A complex decentralized environment
Financial accountability and safety
The Office is responsible for:
Insurance programs
Enterprise risk management programs
Legislative compliance
Crisis management support
Job Summary
The Senior Consultant, Enterprise Risk & Transformation provides end-to-end leadership for enterprise risk and transformation initiatives.
This includes:
Initiating, executing, and delivering projects aligned to institutional priorities
Applying structured project and change management methodologies
Managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder engagement
The role strengthens governance, operational resilience, and enterprise risk maturity while embedding risk-informed decision-making across the organization.
Accountabilities
Lead enterprise risk and transformation initiatives, including planning, execution, and monitoring
Develop and maintain risk registers and evolve the ERM framework
Deliver ERM projects with clear work plans, milestones, and reporting
Lead cross-functional teams and risk assessment workshops
Apply change management methodologies to ensure adoption and sustainability
Maintain risk criteria, scoring methodologies, and control libraries
Integrate legislative and regulatory compliance into ERM practices
Oversee digital enablement (SharePoint, Power Automate, Power BI) and improve data integrity and analytics
Qualifications
Education
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field
PMP certification (Lean or Lean Six Sigma required)
Risk Management certification (CRM or FRM preferred)
Experience
Minimum 5 years in enterprise risk management and project delivery
Proficiency in MS Project, Power BI, and risk analytics tools
Strong project management and scheduling expertise
Experience with process optimization and gap analysis
Knowledge of change management practices
Knowledge & Skills
Strategic communication
Stakeholder engagement and service excellence
Accountability and autonomy
Results orientation
Innovation and foresight
Adaptability and resilience
Advanced analytical thinking
Collaborative leadership
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Dimensions
Staff Supervision
Provides leadership and coordination for project teams
Financial Accountability
Supports cost-benefit analysis and investment recommendations
External Impact
Influences institutional decision-making through risk assessments
Operational
Leads delivery of actionable insights and project outcomes
Administrative
Supports governance and project administration
Programs & Projects
Oversees projects approved by the Chief Risk Officer
Working Conditions
Physical Effort: Primarily low (computer-based work, meetings)
Environment: Standard office setting
Sensory Attention: Sustained focus for complex problem-solving
Mental Stress: Managing competing priorities under tight timelines
Leadership Capabilities
Strategic Approach
Promotes university values
Anticipates risks and trends
Enables strategic planning
Communicates and Collaborates
Builds trust and inclusive environments
Leverages networks
Provides recognition
Drives Results
Delivers with integrity
Balances priorities
Takes accountability and measured risks
Champions Change and Innovation
Acts as a change agent
Encourages continuous improvement
Embraces resilience and adaptability
Develops People
Supports team growth
Promotes diversity
Provides coaching and feedback
Invests in Relationships
Builds strong partnerships
Enhances community engagement
Improves service experiences
Pay Transparency Statement
The posted hiring range represents McMaster's typical hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will depend on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions.
Individuals with extensive experience, deep specialized expertise, and/or those who can demonstrate exceptional past performance, as applicable, may be hired at a higher rate within the full range, in accordance with the University compensation policies.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
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The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
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