Senior Director – Risk Management & Internal Audit

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Our mission is to be the preferred airline of our customers and our team. Open-mindedness, concern for others, intelligence at work, and above all, a good dose of fun allow us to achieve great things every day. Our commitment has earned us the title of best leisure airline in the world several times, and this is just the beginning.

 

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You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You will also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

The Senior Director designs, implements, and oversees the company’s enterprise risk management framework and internal audit program to protect organizational assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and support overall performance and resilience.

 

Responsabilities

The Senior Director:

• Defines the corporate risk management policy, including risk appetite and tolerance, and updates the governance framework.
• Implements and evolves integrated risk management processes, business continuity plans, and crisis management protocols.
• Conducts periodic assessments of financial, operational, legal, technological, and ESG risks, and coordinates mitigation measures.
• Maintains and updates the corporate risk register, ensuring prioritization based on impact and likelihood.
• Uses predictive analytics to monitor emerging risks and leads awareness initiatives across teams.
• Develops and updates the risk‑based internal audit plan, including obligations related to Regulation 52‑109.
• Oversees the execution of internal audit mandates (operational, financial, IT, compliance) and monitors corrective action plans.
• Ensures alignment with recognized frameworks (COSO, ISO 31000), regulatory requirements, and supports external audits related to risk and compliance.
• Presents risk analyses and reports to the Audit Committee, executive leadership, and the Board of Directors, and advises on mitigation strategies.
• Monitors trends in cybersecurity, ESG, technology, geopolitics, and regulation, and updates policies and processes accordingly.

• University degree in accounting, finance, management, or a related field.
• Approximately 7 to 10 years of experience in internal or external audit, including several years in management.
• Recognized professional designation (CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent), strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of recognized standards and frameworks (IIA, COSO, ISO 31000) and regulatory requirements, including Regulation 52‑109.
• Relevant experience in international organizations or the aviation industry (strong asset).
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools and specialized audit applications.
• Strong leadership, analytical abilities, priority management, influence, and strategic communication skills.
• Oral and written fluency in French and English *

* A good knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders in Quebec, the rest of Canada, and internationally.

 

 

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Employment Equity

At Transat, we foster an environment where inclusiveness, respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs.