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OMERS

Manages defined-benefit pension plan assets

Manager – Internal Controls

Full-TimePosted on 9/16/2026
CA$103k - CA$157k/yr

+ Annual Incentive Award

Senior
Bachelor's
Toronto, ON, Canada
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About the job

Requirements
  • A university degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • A professional designation such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
  • At least 5 years of experience in external audit, NI52-109 compliance, or implementing internal control frameworks within real estate, financial services, or related industries.
  • Strong knowledge of governance and control frameworks, including COBIT and COSO.
  • Strong understanding and evaluation of IT General Controls (ITGCs).
  • Experience across databases, operating systems, and applications.
  • Demonstrated experience developing tailored, practical, and flexible solutions.
  • Strong strategic and critical-thinking capabilities.
  • Change management experience.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the execution and continuous enhancement of Oxford’s internal controls program, ensuring alignment with the broader OMERS controls program.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to finance and business teams by providing subject matter expertise in risk management, internal controls, and governance.
  • Oversee the documentation, maintenance, and periodic updating of controls within the internal controls repository.
  • Monitor organizational and process changes, assessing their impact on the control environment and certification framework.
  • Support the onboarding of new process and control owners, including delivering training and awareness sessions.
  • Partner with finance, the business, and external auditors to coordinate annual testing of control effectiveness and facilitate timely remediation of identified control deficiencies.
  • Provide guidance on the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of internal controls across finance, business processes, and IT functions.
  • Deliver risk oversight and independent assurance on strategic transformation initiatives and key change programs.
  • Coordinate and facilitate finance and business process and controls reviews, providing practical recommendations to strengthen the control environment.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisors, subject matter experts, industry peers, and other key partners.
  • Foster collaboration and information sharing across OMERS and Oxford, including OMERS Internal Audit and other risk management functions.
  • Champion a culture of risk awareness, accountability, and strong governance across the organization.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience developing and delivering education programs for boards and executive management.
  • Ability to communicate complex information clearly, concisely, and in a structured manner.
  • Proven leadership skills.
  • Ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

About the company

OMERS is a large Canadian defined benefit pension plan that administers pensions and manages investments for active, deferred, and retired employees of Ontario municipalities, school boards, libraries, police and fire departments, and other local agencies. It is funded by member contributions and investment returns, with OMERS handling member records, retirement benefits, and pension payments while investing to grow the fund for future payouts. It stands out as one of Canada’s largest defined benefit plans by net assets (about C$138.2 billion as of Dec 31, 2024) and has a long history, with offices around the world supporting a diverse asset base. Its goal is to provide secure, sustainable retirement benefits for its members while prudently investing the fund to maintain long-term financial strength.

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Total Funding

$274.2M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

1962

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What believers are saying

  • OMERS returned 6.0% in 2025 and grew net assets to C$145.2 billion.
  • June 2026 leadership changes put Michael Hill over infrastructure and private equity, simplifying decision-making.
  • The June 19, 2026 Deutsche Glasfaser recapitalization added €845 million equity and €400 million liquidity.

What critics are saying

  • Private equity lost 2.5% in 2025, including currency drag, after its first loss since 2020.
  • OMERS Ventures cut US staff in July 2025; headcount fell to 12 from 19.
  • Deutsche Glasfaser still carries €6.94 billion debt after June 2026 recapitalization; refinancing stress persists.

What makes OMERS unique

  • OMERS managed C$145.2 billion across private equity, infrastructure, credit, and real estate in 2025.
  • Its infrastructure platform pairs direct ownership with growing co-investments and external fund relationships, per July 2026.
  • Oxford Properties gives OMERS a global real-asset operating platform beyond pure pension investing.

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Company News

GFM Limited
Jul 31st, 2026
Omers appoints CAAT exec to lead private equity funds strategy.

Omers appoints CAAT exec to lead private equity funds strategy. * July 31, 2026 * - 9:14 am Omers has appointed Adam Buzanis as head of funds as the Canadian pension fund continues to expand its private equity fund investment platform and increase its focus on co-investments and external manager relationships, according to a report by Bloomberg. Buzanis joins from CAAT Pension Plan, where he most recently served as head of private markets after previously leading the organisation's private equity strategy. He will take up the new role on 3 August and report to Michael Block, who oversees private capital investments at Omers. The appointment comes as Omers continues to reshape its private equity business, placing greater emphasis on fund investments and partnerships with external managers rather than traditional direct buyouts. In his new position, Buzanis will be responsible for developing Omers' external private equity funds strategy while helping expand the pension plan's co-investment programme. The hire is the latest in a series of senior leadership changes within Omers' investment division. Former chief investment officer Ralph Berg recently departed to join Temasek, while earlier this month Omers promoted Michael Hill to global head of infrastructure and private equity and broadened Block's responsibilities across private capital. Omers has been repositioning its private equity platform over the past two years, including ending direct buyout activity in Europe in favour of investing alongside strategic partners and through third-party private equity fund managers.

Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
Jul 13th, 2026
FSRA announces appointment of Julie Giraldi as Chief Human Resources Officer.

FSRA announces appointment of Julie Giraldi as Chief Human Resources Officer. The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Giraldi, CHRE, ICD.D, as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective July 13, 2026. Julie joins FSRA with extensive executive leadership experience in human resources, organizational transformation, talent strategy, culture, and governance. She is recognized for her ability to build high-performing teams, strengthen organizational culture, and align people strategies with business objectives in complex and evolving environments. Most recently, Julie served as Chief Human Resources Officer at CAAT Pension Plan, where she led all aspects of people and culture, including talent management, leadership development, employee engagement, succession planning, total rewards, and employee communications. During her tenure, she played a key role in leading the organization through a period of unprecedented growth - including a 500% increase in headcount, while increasing employee engagement to 85%. Her leadership contributed to CAAT's recognition as an employer of choice. She left CAAT in the summer of 2025. Prior to joining CAAT Pension Plan, Julie held senior leadership positions at OMERS, the Ontario Hospital Association, eHealth Ontario, and TTC where she led major initiatives focused on business transformation, organizational effectiveness, workforce development, and change management. She has also contributed extensively to governance and board leadership through roles with organizations including the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), National Diabetes Trust, and Diabetes Canada. Most recently, Julie was appointed to the Board of Directors of Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care, further demonstrating her commitment to governance excellence and serving the broader community. Julie holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, is a Certified Human Resources Executive (CHRE), and has earned the prestigious ICD.D designation through the Institute of Corporate Directors and Rotman School of Management. As CHRO, Julie will lead FSRA's people and culture function, supporting the organization's commitment to fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workplace while advancing strategic talent and leadership priorities. FSRA continues to work on behalf of all stakeholders, including consumers, to ensure financial safety, fairness, and choice for everyone. Announcements

GFM Limited
Jul 3rd, 2026
OMERS reshuffles private markets team after CIO exit.

OMERS reshuffles private markets team after CIO exit. * July 3, 2026 * - 9:13 am OMERS has appointed Michael Hill as global head of infrastructure and private equity as part of an investment team reshuffle triggered by the departure of chief investment officer Ralph Berg, according to a report by Bloomberg. Hill, who is based in New York, joined OMERS in 2023 from Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, where he focused on private equity investments in the energy sector. He was previously head of infrastructure at OMERS. Berg is leaving the CAD145bn pension plan to join Singapore's Temasek. Following his departure, OMERS chief executive Blake Hutcheson has assumed CIO responsibilities. The changes follow a difficult year for OMERS' private equity business, which recorded its first annual loss since 2020 after declining 2.5% in 2025. The pension plan attributed the performance to weakness in its earlier-stage growth and venture portfolios, as well as currency losses. Under the new structure, Michael Block will take on a broader private capital mandate focused on deepening relationships with private fund managers.

Financial Post
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