Our team
The Governance Office in the Executive and Legal Services (ELS) Department contributes to the development, growth or delivery of corporate strategies, policies, programs and services. This team supports Bank senior management by ensuring the effective functioning of the operations of the Bank’s governing bodies, including its Board of Directors and corporate governance committees.

What you will do 
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Governance, you will be working in close collaboration with other members of the Governance Office team. As the Senior Corporate Governance Specialist, you provide integrated and professional secretariat and governance services to the Board of Directors, the Bank’s senior management and the Fellowship Program. You coordinate the integration of all the services provided by the Governance Office to ensure the cohesive and efficient functioning of the team. You are also responsible for overseeing the work of other members of the team and providing backup support to the Director of Corporate Governance. You provide the overall coordination of activities for matters related to the Board, its committees and other executive level responsibilities including working cohesively with Bank departments to provide excellent service. 

As a subject matter expert, you provide advice and guidance to colleagues, Bank management, and external contacts to ensure appropriate corporate governance practices are in place and understood.

What you need to succeed

You have experience: 

• planning, organizing and managing multiple initiatives with a high degree of attention to detail
• monitoring new trends, providing recommendations on new approaches
• analyzing and summarizing data and developing analytical tools 
• communicating effectively with a wide range of executive level internal and external stakeholders
• responding to complex questions and analytical requests
• promoting an environment that supports innovation both in process improvement and idea generation 
• reviewing team-based work and using coaching and feedback techniques

You have the ability to:

• understand the practice and principles of Corporate Governance
• adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands
• deal with issues arising both within the Governance Office, the Board, and from other stakeholders in a timely manner
• work independently and collaboratively with a broad range of Bank executives or officers at all levels
• provide advice to colleagues on aspects of planning and prioritization practices 
• contribute to open and participative discussions and debate

Nice-to-have 

• Experience writing governance documents and communications with Executive audience
• Knowledge of the Bank’s governance structure and mandate

Your education and experience
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, six years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French.  The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional).  If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level.  Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 
 

What you need to know

• Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
• Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret 
• There will be no relocation assistance provided
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank`s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider. 

• Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $108,874 to $128,087 (job grade 17)
• The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at  7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
• Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
• Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
• Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.