Intern: Risk & Compliance | Remote Canada

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Compliance & Risk, the Risk & Compliance Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting regulatory oversight and compliance initiatives within a dynamic corporate environment. The intern will contribute to regulatory research, data analysis, and support business operations within the team. This role offers the opportunity to build practical skills and participate in cross-functional collaboration while receiving direct mentorship from experienced professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct regulatory research on various business topics related to compliance.

Conducting preliminary research on low-risk regulatory questions under supervision.

Assisting with drafting internal documents, such as summaries, checklists, or process notes.

Help track and document regulatory changes and industry developments.

Assist Producer Compliance team with compliance related tasks.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Create professional presentations and reports for stakeholders.

Assist in data analysis and reporting using Excel.

Perform other duties and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Student enrolled in a post-secondary degree program in Business, MBA, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field.

Experience

Strong competency with MS Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge/Competencies/Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Tech-savvy and quick to adapt to new tools and technologies.

Proactive, curious, and willing to learn.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

WORKING CONDITIONS

All CM employees work 40 hours per week, remotely from a home office environment.

PAY TRANSPARENCY 

Expected Compensation: 

A salary of $14,700 for the 4-month term.

The salary listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects working full-time hours.

Job Vacancy Reason 

This is a new 4-month internship role.

Artificial Intelligence 

AI is not used during our hiring processes.  

Applicant and Interviewee Communication 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted. 

Applicants who have been interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview. 

Record Retention  

Job posting records and associated application forms will be retained for at least three years.  

ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers, Circular Materials develops, implements, and supports effective and efficient recycling programs to advance innovation, deliver improved environmental outcomes and drive value across the recycling supply chain. Our full-service offerings include collection, management, promotion and education, and reporting.  

Together, we are advancing the circular economy where materials are collected, recycled, and can be returned to producers for use as recycled content in new products and packaging. As we develop enhanced recycling systems across Canada, we work to ensure more materials are looped into the circular economy, benefiting both people and the environment.  

Learn more at circularmaterials.ca.  

Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer, seeking team members with a diversity of thought, skills, experiences, culture, and ethnicity to help us achieve our purpose of accelerating a circular economy for people and the planet. As a national organization operating across Canada, our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the many provinces and territories where we do business.  

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:  

51% of Circular Materials employees identify as women. 

53% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities. 

97% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.  

95% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.   

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), persons with disabilities, racialized individuals, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.  As part of our commitment to reconciliation, Circular Materials is working to advance Indigenous representation and partnerships within our organization and across our programs.  We acknowledge that Circular Materials operates on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations, and we recognize the importance of respecting Indigenous rights, governance, and contributions in the workplace and beyond. 

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes, upon contacting [email protected]. This email is only used for accommodation requests.