Senior Lead, Governance, Risk and Compliance

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.
Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team. Application Deadline: August 15, 2025
What we offer:
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role:  Reporting to the Risk Assurance and Advisory Director, the Senior Lead, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the organization's governance, risk, and compliance programs. This role involves ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards. The Senior Lead GRC will work closely with various departments to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and promote a culture of compliance and risk awareness.  To be successful, we are looking for someone with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards, paired with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. This individual is confident in making sound decisions, communicates effectively, and builds strong working relationships across teams. They thrive both independently and in collaborative environments, demonstrating initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to high-quality outcomes. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley or Vancouver of British Columbia or Calgary, Alberta. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

• Two Annual Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Develop and maintain IT governance framework, policies, and procedures that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Ensure alignment of IT activities with both EVR’s IT framework, standard and procedures and enterprise risk management framework, standard and procedures
• Monitor and report on key risk indicators and key control indicators
• Develop and maintain the general IT risk and controls matrix, ensuring control owners and descriptions are up to date and being performed appropriately
• Assist with any internal or external testing of controls and/or audits being performed by liaising with the Risk & Financial Governance and Assurance team, Internal Audit team and external auditors
• Obtain and review all relevant SOC reports and address any deficiencies or gaps noted within the reporting period
• Assist in the development and testing of IT controls, roles and permissions with relation to EVR’s SAP implementation project
• Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization as well as maintaining and updating the IT enterprise risk register on an annual basis
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies including the implementation of critical controls and treatment plans
• Monitor and report on risk management and compliance activities
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Work closely with various departments to promote a culture of IT risk awareness and compliance
• Provide guidance and support to the IT team and relevant business units on IT governance, risk, and compliance matters, including best practices
• Communicate GRC policies and procedures to stakeholders as well as develop and administer training to relevant stakeholders on an annual basis

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent
• Demonstrated progressive experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) roles, with a track record of increasing responsibility across risk assessment, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and policy development in complex, regulated environments
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

About EVR
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.