Who We Are

Canada Guaranty is a privately held Canadian mortgage insurer, established in 2010 following the acquisition of AIG United Guaranty Mortgage Insurance Company Canada by the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and National Mortgage Guaranty Holdings Inc.

As a proudly Canadian company, we are committed to service excellence and helping Canadians achieve successful, long-term homeownership. Our mortgage solutions help protect lenders and investors from losses related to borrower default and foreclosure while ensuring Canadians are provided with greater access to affordable and sustainable homeownership.

Canada Guaranty’s performance-driven culture thrives on accountability, collaboration, and supportive teamwork. If you’re a dedicated team player with a strong track record of excellence, we can’t wait to hear from you!

About The Opportunity

The Third Party Vendor Manager is a dedicated 1st Line of Defence resource, primarily focused on managing the Third Party Relationship Management (TPRM) processes currently being handled by the Information Security team and designated Relationship Managers.

This role is responsible for the consistent application of the organization's TPRM Framework and adherence to OSFI’s B-10 requirements for all Third-Party relationships. Specifically, this role will oversee related processes, maintain our Third-Party inventory, work directly with third parties to produce deliverables, and provide ongoing support to relationship managers.

In this role, you will:

• Manage the completion of deliverables in accordance with the Third-Party Risk Management framework, including criticality and risk assessments, due diligence, contract reviews, performance monitoring, and contingency/exit planning.
• Support Canada Guaranty’s relationship managers in developing Third-Party relationships and evaluating risks in alignment with the Third-Party Risk Management framework.
• Ensure comprehensive oversight of all suppliers and services through maintenance of the Third-Party inventory in the GRC solution.
• Protect the interests of Canada Guaranty by identifying and managing risks and escalating issues as necessary in accordance with the defined Issues Management process.
• Build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and third parties to ensure that business objectives are met, required deliverables are produced, and frameworks are adhered to.
• Develop strategies to continuously improve the efficiency and operating effectiveness of the Third-Party management lifecycle.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for relationship managers by maintaining a knowledgebase of best practices, providing periodic training, and offering ongoing support to ensure that Third-Party management is conducted in a consistent and timely manner across the organization.
• Support the development of Third-Party KPI’s and KRI’s, producing periodic reporting for Senior Management and the Enterprise Risk Management department.
• Prepare reports to support periodic regulatory data calls, reviews, and requests for information.
• Collect and collate information from relationship managers related to Third-Party service performance to further enhance service level monitoring.

Essential Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in roles related to Third-Party management.
• Experience in the Canadian financial industry with knowledge of regulatory expectations under OSFI’s B-10 guideline.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities. Experience taking ownership of problems and working on projects involving multiple resources.
• Initiative and creativity to develop new approaches or solutions to problems.
• Ability to work independently and take accountability for the quality of work.
• Equally able to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member, sharing information and ideas in a timely manner.
• Ability to plan and manage time effectively, multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment.
• Experience using GRC solutions (i.e., Archer) to manage Third-Party relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience developing applications in a GRC solution is considered an asset.

What We Offer You

Canada Guaranty is proudly recognized by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Financial Services & Insurance (2024, 2025), Best Workplaces™ in Ontario (2024), Best Workplaces™ for Mental Wellness (2025), Best Workplaces™ for Inclusion (2025), Best Workplaces™ for Women (2025), Best Workplaces™ with the Most Trusted Executive Teams (2025), and Best Workplaces™ in Canada – 100-999 Employees (2025). Join us and see why!

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, company-matched retirement programs, health and dental coverage, flexible work options, and a friendly, inclusive, and supportive culture.

Accommodation Notice

Canada Guaranty is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and work alongside. Candidates may request accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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