Senior Consultant, Strategy and Risk

Expected Salary Range: $109832 - $137290 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay: 10%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected  compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

The Senior Consultant, Strategy and Risk leads Toronto Hydro’s complex, high‑impact corporate strategy and enterprise risk management initiatives, serving as a senior project manager with significant autonomy and executive visibility. The role is accountable for end‑to‑end project delivery, independently defining scope, governance, methodologies, timelines, and success measures for large‑scale initiatives characterized by ambiguity and evolving priorities. Through strong project management methodologies, the Senior Consultant drives rigorous analysis, manages strategic and enterprise risks, and delivers clear, actionable outcomes that directly inform executive and Board decision‑making.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads strategic planning and risk analysis, including the preparation of presentations, materials, and follow-up actions in support of the Executive Team and the Board of Director meetings, aligned to organizational priorities
• Acts as a senior project manager to drive high impact strategic initiatives and enterprise risk priorities, applying strong facilitation and planning skills to support effective execution and alignment with the corporate strategy
• Leads complex strategic assessments, evaluates potential courses of action, and develops recommendations to address business challenges and opportunities
• Synthesizes findings into clear, actionable reports and presentations for Senior Executives and the Board, supporting both corporate strategy development and enterprise risk planning
• Builds and maintains strategic relationships across the organization to support collaboration, alignment, and integration of enterprise risk and corporate strategic initiatives
• Leads strategic and enterprise risk management initiatives by developing charters, roadmaps facilitating status reporting, and dashboards, consolidating updates for leaders, and supporting projects in establishing risk management frameworks including designing and operationalizing risk assessment criteria, key risk indicators, and assessing risk exposure and performance.
• Provides coaching and mentorship to early career team members, including reviewing work products, setting quality standards, supporting professional development, and fostering a collaborative, high‑performance team environment

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or a related field
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of progressive experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives in corporate strategy, enterprise risk, transformation, or similarly ambiguous enterprise environments, with demonstrated accountability for end‑to‑end delivery
• Strong project leadership capability, with a proven ability to independently structure work, define scope and governance, manage ambiguity, and drive initiatives from problem definition through executive‑level outcomes
• Working knowledge of enterprise risk management concepts and practices, including strategic risk identification, assessment, and mitigation, with the ability to apply and adapt frameworks pragmatically to organizational context (deep ERM specialization is not required)
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to structure ambiguous problems, evaluate options and trade‑offs, and develop clear, actionable recommendations
• Demonstrated leadership through influence, including the ability to guide teams, facilitate senior‑level discussions, and drive alignment across functions and stakeholders
• Experience with coaching and mentoring early career team members, including reviewing work products, setting quality expectations, and supporting professional development within project teams
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders (Director, VP, Executive) and translate complex issues into clear, decision‑ready insights
• Experience with electrical utility or other highly regulated industries preferred
• Post‑graduate education and/or relevant professional certification in Business or Public Administration (e.g., MBA, MPA, PMP, P.Eng.) is an asset
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to prepare Board-level materials, facilitate executive discussions, and deliver compelling presentations to senior audiences
• Strong political acumen with ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics and manage competing stakeholder interests
• Advanced proficiency in risk and project management tools, data analytics platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, complexity, and rapidly shifting priorities in dynamic organizational environments

TOTAL REWARDS

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:

• 100% employer paid Health & Dental benefits
• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare
• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability
• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)
• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency. 

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email hr_talent@torontohydro.com or call (416) 542-8000. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.