Governance Consultant

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Risk Management, Governance, Compliance, Law, or a related discipline

Minimum 5 years of experience in governance, compliance, risk management, audit, corporate administration, or a related field

Experience supporting governance committees, management forums, regulatory oversight activities, or control frameworks

Strong experience preparing reports, meeting materials, governance documentation, and executive-level presentations

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and governance cycles

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality documentation and records

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse stakeholder groups

Experience working in a regulated environment or supporting compliance, risk, or governance programs

Organized – You excel at coordinating multiple activities, deadlines, and stakeholders while maintaining high-quality outputs.

Detail-Oriented – You take pride in producing accurate documentation, reporting, and governance records.

Collaborative – You build strong working relationships and effectively support stakeholders across the organization.

Accountable – You take ownership of deliverables and consistently follow through on commitments.

Continuous Improvement Focused – You look for ways to improve governance processes, reporting quality, and operational effectiveness.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

This role offers a salary range of $86,400 to $111,800 per annum . The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

Living Wage Employer : We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers

Customizable Benefits : Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs

Generous Vacation : New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time

Extra Stat Holidays : In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness

Immediate Health Coverage : Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from

Defined Benefit Pension : Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details, please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

This role is an open vacancy, and our hiring process is grounded in fairness, transparency, and inclusion. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations or support at any stage of the recruitment process (including the application stage), we encourage you to let us know. We’re here to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality, so you can participate fully in the process.