About this role
Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Lead Risk Analyst on a permanent basis.
Our Organizational Performance team is seeking an experienced risk management professional with a strong understanding of cross-industry risk landscapes. We’re looking for someone who can assess risk from both qualitative and quantitative perspectives and bring a thoughtful, analytical approach to decision-making. This is an opportunity to join a team that values adaptability and grounded thinking in a constantly evolving, complex organization. If you are a detail-oriented and persuasive professional, we encourage you to apply!
This position is a remote opportunity and can be based across Western Canada. The successful candidate will work primarily from home, travelling occasionally for meetings.
What you’ll do:
Conduct risk assessments, both annual and project-specific, identifying items that could impact the organization’s financial health, operations, and strategic objectives.
Support business leaders to develop and implement proactive risk management plans, including contingency strategies and risk registers.
Prepare regular risk reports for stakeholders, communicating key findings, impacts, and recommended actions to support informed decision-making.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party providers to align on risk expectations and help foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability across the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS).
Align ERM approaches with industry-specific risk, safety, and compliance regulatory frameworks and best practices, continuously updating knowledge to strengthen organizational resilience.
Who you’ll work with:
You will report to the Senior Manager of Enterprise Risk Management as part of an encouraging, experienced team. In this role, you will collaborate with project teams, FCL’s Senior Leadership Team, and professionals across business lines at FCL and local Co-ops.
Why it matters:
We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development.
Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Enterprise Risk Management and:
Have 8+ years of progressively responsible experience, including a minimum of 4 years in a dedicated risk management role.
Have a bachelor’s degree in commerce focusing on risk management or finance (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
Hold a CRM designation, PMI-RMP certification, or other risk management certification (considered an asset).
What we offer:
Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via [email protected]. All information received will be kept confidential.
If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by February 1, 2026.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
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As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies.
FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.
Other facts
About Co-op
The Co-Operative Food is a retail company based out of 1 ANGEL SQUARE, MANCHESTER, England, United Kingdom.
What you'll do
- Conduct risk assessments to identify items impacting the organization’s financial health and operations. Support business leaders in developing proactive risk management plans and prepare regular risk reports for stakeholders.
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