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Junior Risk Manager Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Gardiner & Theobald

You will mentor and guide more junior staff, drive internal initiatives and play an active role in ... Risk Management and Leadership: * Develop, implement and manage appropriate risk management ...

Mace

Senior Risk Manager - Subways

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

Utilises expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of junior members of risk team. * Leads the integration of risk with PMO and Planning disciplines. * Supports the HUB Risk ...

PwC

Deals - Risk and Quality, Manager

Toronto, ON · On-site

Support junior team members where needed, helping build capability within the Deals R&Q team and ... Relevant business experience in risk management, quality, advisory, professional services, or a ...

BDO Canada

Manager, Risk Advisory Services

Ottawa, ON · On-site

Developing a risk appetite framework for application across the Ontario Public Service. * Assessing ... You have experience managing project teams, providing coaching and guidance to junior team members ...

KPMG

Manager, GRC

Toronto, ON · On-site

The successful candidate will focus primarily on performing IT internal audit and IT risk advisory engagements. They will also be involved with managing engagements and training our junior staff.

NFP Corp

Junior Underwriter, CHES Special Risk

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$50K - CA$60K/yr

About the Role We are looking to recruit a Junior Underwriter for our Toronto team. Your key ... Experience/exposure to financial management methods, the nature of insurance risk and reinsurance ...

NFP Corp

Junior Underwriter, CHES Special Risk

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$50K - CA$60K/yr

About the Role We are looking to recruit a Junior Underwriter for our Toronto team. Your key ... Experience/exposure to financial management methods, the nature of insurance risk and reinsurance ...

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KPMG

Senior Manager GRC

Toronto, ON · On-site

... junior staff. * Evaluate emerging capabilities (AI/ML analytics, control automation, continuous monitoring) and guide roadmaps. What you bring to the role * 10-15+ years in Risk Management with GRC ...

Td

Credit Risk Specialist (ATH 4996)

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$96K - CA$136K/yr

Risk Management Pay Details: $96,900 - $136,800 CAD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable ... Mentor and develop junior team members, including championing cloud enablement and adoption of ...

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How much do junior risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior risk manager in Ontario is $81,212.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a junior risk manager do?

A Junior Risk Manager supports the identification, analysis, and mitigation of potential risks that could impact a company's operations or financial performance. Their responsibilities often include gathering data, conducting risk assessments, preparing reports, and assisting senior risk managers with the implementation of risk management strategies. They help ensure that the organization complies with regulations and develops policies to minimize risk exposure. This role is typically entry-level and offers opportunities to learn about risk management frameworks and industry best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior risk manager?

To thrive as a Junior Risk Manager, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in finance, business, or risk management—often supported by a relevant bachelor's degree. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, data analysis software (such as Excel), and sometimes certifications like FRM or PRM are typically expected. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you collaborate effectively and present risk findings clearly. These competencies are crucial for accurately identifying risks, supporting senior risk management decisions, and maintaining the organization's financial and operational integrity.

What is the difference between Junior Risk Manager vs Risk Analyst?

AspectJunior Risk ManagerRisk Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, risk management, or related field; certifications like FRM or CRM are a plusBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; certifications like FRM are common
Work EnvironmentCorporate risk departments, financial institutions, insurance companiesFinancial firms, consulting agencies, insurance companies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries managing financial, operational, or compliance risksCommonly used in finance, banking, and insurance sectors

While both roles involve assessing and managing risks, a Junior Risk Manager typically has broader responsibilities including risk mitigation strategies and reporting, whereas a Risk Analyst focuses more on data analysis and risk assessment. The Junior Risk Manager often supervises Risk Analysts and implements risk policies, making it a more comprehensive role in risk management teams.

Do risk managers make good money?

Risk managers typically earn competitive salaries that vary based on experience, industry, and location. Entry-level risk managers can expect to start around $60,000 to $80,000 annually, with experienced professionals earning over $100,000 or more. Certifications like FRM or CRM can enhance earning potential in this field.

Is a junior risk manager a stressful job?

A junior risk manager role can involve stress due to the responsibility of identifying and mitigating financial or operational risks, often under tight deadlines and high stakes. The level of stress varies depending on the organization, workload, and support systems, but developing skills in risk assessment and using tools like risk management software can help manage pressure.

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Infographic showing various Junior Risk Manager job openings in Ontario as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,212 per year, or $39 per hour.

Associate Risk Manager

On-site

Gardiner & Theobald
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Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

At G&T people are central to our mission. Rewarding individuals based on their unique abilities, talent and hard work, we believe in the quality of experiences and investing in a collaborative culture where all can thrive. 
Our Major Projects & Infrastructure sector brings together a number of specialist experts to create a unique pool of talent. We support a diverse range of clients and sectors and the commonalities we find between major projects allow us to add value through cross fertilisation of ideas, sharing of best practice and drawing upon the extensive benchmarking data that underpins our advice.
Projects that we deliver are often large scale and complex with significant planning and development requirements. There is often a master planning element and major stakeholder liaison across a programme of projects. In this sector we work on major sites that have significantly different requirements, so bespoke solutions are developed for each project with flexibility built in.
 
Within our Major Projects & Infrastructure team we cover a diverse array of speciality areas including aviation, defence, electricity interconnectors, highways, infrastructure, master planning and regeneration, mineral extraction, ports, harbours and marine, rail, Carbon Net Zero, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, and manufacturing.
As an Associate Risk Manager your role will lead risk management activities at strategic, programme or project level across multiple clients. You will take ownership of key accounts and influence how we deliver excellence in commercial outcomes. You will mentor and guide more junior staff, drive internal initiatives and play an active role in building the team's profile, internally and externally. 
The key responsibilities of the role will include:  
 
Risk Management and Leadership:  
  • Develop, implement and manage appropriate risk management procedures and processes for clients
  • Liaise, engage and communicate with all relevant key stakeholders including senior level management in the risk management process
  • Lead and develop teams in best practices ensuring a pro-active risk management culture is established. This includes being a go-to contact for any risk related matters and actively promote the awareness, provide training and application of risk management across organisations (internally and externally) 
  • Present and lead confidently in front of client teams in workshops and meetings
  • Ensuring that high quality risk information is obtained and maintained in dedicated risk management platforms that meet audit and compliance requirements 
  • Work with project teams to produce QRAs (QCRA and QSRA) and use specialist software for QRA risk modelling and produce detailed report
  • Analyse large volumes of data to identify patterns, trends and potential risks and be able to escalate accordingly
  • Develop and produce relevant reporting of risk to stakeholders that supports key decision making
  • Regularly update client on risk status highlighting any issues that may impact cost or timelines.
  • Provide unique risk management insights across client projects including emerging risks
Team Leadership and Development
  • Mentor and develop Risk Analysts and Risk Managers - offering career guidance and feedback
  • Actively contribute to the upskilling of the team through knowledge sharing, provide training sessions and technical peer reviews 
  • Support resource planning and delivery oversight across multiple commissions
Business Development and Service Line Growth: 
  • Play a leading role in bids and proposals - shaping win themes, writing content and participating in presentations
  • Contribute to service development initiatives including best practice frameworks, templates, toolkits and delivery models
  • Represent the Risk Management service line at events, conferences or thought leadership forums
  • Bring external market insight and policy developments into project delivery and service improvement
The ideal Risk Manager for this role is someone with an in depth understanding of risk management and quantitative risk management and its place within the project structure. You will be a forward thinking induvial who drives collaboration and communication both inside and outside of the business. You will have experience in client management and have an appetite to keep learning and maintain your risk management skillset.

Skills, Experience & Personal Qualities
  • Degree qualified - preferably with a mathematics or construction related discipline 
  • Chartered or specialist risk qualification e.g. IRM Cert and membership to a risk professional body such as IRM, APM
  • Experience in PMO within risk and control or project management with demonstrable experience in managing risk registers, facilitating risk workshops, supporting qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, and reporting risk exposure across complex projects.
  • Experience working on large complex engineering project in a risk management role, ideally within the nuclear, energy or utility sectors.
  • Excellent understanding on the principles of schedule management, estimating and cost management
  • Excellent data analysis and technical skills and has extensive experience in using risk management software such as Safran, ARM, Acumen and producing QRAs (QCRA and QSRA)
  • Strong user of the Microsoft Office suite  
  • Previous experience within a consultancy environment desirable
  • Proven ability to build and manage client relationships at senior level
  • Evidence experiences in client presentation   
  • Ability to take initiative and pro-actively engage and lead teams
  • Experience in mentoring, supporting and developing junior colleagues
  • Strong written, verbal, listening and presentation skills and able to deliver high quality work in challenging timeframes  
  • Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset, pro-active approach and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent leadership skills with a collaborative approach and able to provide professional guidance, advise and training to others
  • Experience working in a client focused environment with a personal commitment to the 
    delivery of excellent client service  
  • Excellent Business Development skills
  • Demonstratable evidence of growing and establishing a network in the risk management industry
  • A keen interest and able to demonstrate an understanding of market issues, events and associated emerging risks and how they relate to projects  
  • Positive attitude with a willingness to get involved, and authentic in the workplace.   
Collaboration, innovation, and support are at the core of everything we do. As an Executive Cost Consultant,  you will be joining a diverse team led by one of G&T's equity partners and a board member. Our partner-led model allows us to adopt bespoke approaches both in the service we offer to clients and in the development opportunities we offer our people. Within your team you will be given clear direction and positive encouragement at every turn, whilst our commitment to your career development and lifelong learning programmes ensures you have the support, as well as the tools to thrive. 
 
Forward thinking and future focused, we champion social mobility, ethical governance, equality and diversity, creating an inclusive environment where everyone's unique talents and experiences are valued. Our ESG goals are at the forefront of our business plan, and we are proud to have created social value worth over 12m+ since 2021. Our initiatives include the G&T ESG Committee, dedicated to increasing opportunities and removing barriers for social mobility and equality within the firm, as well as our Next Gen programme which focuses on nurturing the next generation in the industry. Our commitment to realising a more sustainable future is witnessed not only through helping our clients meet their own next zero carbon aspirations but also by reaching our own, with an aim for our firm to be net zero by 2030. We are a business with purpose- to find out more about our ESG goals and how we are achieving them, click here.  
 

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