Job Description

Role Description

The GRC Data & Risk Analytics Analyst supports the Assurance function by helping organize, document, and prepare data used in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) reporting. This role contributes to improving the quality, consistency, and usability of information used by Assurance, Cyber, and Enterprise Risk Management teams. This is a supporting analytical role. The student will assist with data organization, documentation, and reporting preparation. The role does not involve setting risk thresholds, defining performance targets, or making risk decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Document relationships between GRC records such as risks, incidents, and third parties.
• Assist with preparing draft dashboards and reports for review.
• Support validation of data used in risk and compliance reporting.
• Assist with organizing audit and compliance evidence.

Example Outputs (Illustrative)

• Document risk, incident, and third-party records relate within the GRC system.
• Build dashboards or report views for review by Assurance leadership.
• Structured datasets or tables used to support risk, compliance, or audit reporting.
• Organized audit or compliance evidence with clear traceability to risks and controls.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative mindset, with coursework or experience in statistics, data analysis, or related fields.
• Basic understanding of relational data concepts (e.g., tables, relationships).
• Comfortable working with structured datasets and documentation.
• Programming experience (e.g., Python) is an asset but not required.
• Interest in governance, risk management, cybersecurity, or compliance.

Technical Exposure (Assets, Not Requirements)

• Data analysis tools (e.g., Python, Excel, Power BI, Zoho Analytics).
• Low-code / no-code platforms (e.g., Microsoft Power Platform, Zoho Creator).
• Diagramming tools (e.g., Microsoft Visio).
• AI-enabled productivity tools used for analysis and documentation.

Tools & Environment

• Corporate laptop.
• Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Power BI).
• Access to the GRC system.
• AI-enabled productivity tools.
• Supervision by Assurance leadership.

Benefits

• Flexible Ways of Working: Design your workday around what matters most. With flexible hours, you can balance work with all the other important things in life. And, with our Remote Work Arrangement, you can work from anywhere in the world for part of the year—whether that’s a beach in Bali or your cozy cabin in Muskoka.
• Career Development That Moves You Forward: Fuel your growth with funding for courses, certifications, and conferences. Explore new horizons through job rotations and secondments, and benefit from ongoing coaching and personalized development planning that keeps your career moving. At Embark, people stick around for the long-haul.
• Fun Is Part of the Job: We take fun seriously. From themed parties and surprise treat days to team socials that actually make you want to show up, we create moments that spark joy, build connection, and make work feel like more than just work.

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