Manager, Global Independence, Deloitte Global Risk & Brand

Job Type:  Permanent  
Work Model:  Remote  
Reference code: 133111
Primary Location:  Toronto, ON
All Available Locations:  Toronto, ON

 

Our Purpose

 

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

What will your typical day look like?

Deloitte Global is seeking a Manager to join the Global Independence team within Global Risk & Brand Protection – a high-impact position driving compliance with key independence standards. As part of a global team, the Manager will advise on independence matters, support key compliance initiatives, and contribute to projects with network-wide impact.

 
In this role you will: 

Support Development of Independence Policies, Processes and Tools That Enable and Protect the Business

• Drive the global policy update process through project management, drafting amendments and socializing changes.
• Update and maintain independence-related tools and documentation templates used on PCAOB and ISA audit engagements to promote regulatory compliance, consistency, and usability.
• Support updates to Deloitte audit platforms (Omnia and Levvia) to help ensure independence requirements are current and embedded in day-to-day workflows.

Help Firms Navigate Complex Independence Matters

• Support firms’ independence teams and other stakeholders with independence consultations, including analysis of fact patterns and reaching workable conclusions, promoting consistent interpretation and application of independence policies.
• Maintain and manage records of independence breaches reported to Global Independence, including identifying practices and solutions to drive improvement.
• Manage the independence policy waiver process, including documentation, tracking, coordination, and follow-up actions.
• Drive the resolution of complex cross-border issues by coordinating with relevant stakeholders and helping drive clear, practical outcomes.

Contribute to Quality, Knowledge Sharing, and Strategic Initiatives

• Contribute to ad hoc independence projects and global initiatives, including process improvements, regulatory change implementation, and support of key strategy priorities.
• Prepare and present independence topics during technical trainings.
• Help strengthen the broader independence awareness by contributing to knowledge sharing, practical guidance, and continuous improvement efforts across the network.

 

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Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.

 

About the team

Global Risk & Brand Protection protects, preserves and enhances the Deloitte brand. We navigate the dynamic risk landscape across the areas of risk management, confidentiality & privacy, cyber security oversight, regulatory, independence & conflicts, and Anti-Corruption/financial crimes. We foster trusting relationships across the Deloitte network through collaboration, facilitation and responsive guidance.

 

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

 

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in an independence, risk, quality, or compliance function.
• Sound knowledge of auditor independence requirements (including SEC, PCAOB, IESBA).
• Familiarity with independence policies, tools and processes, as well as quality management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

 
Preferred

• Experience working in a global environment, across time zones and diverse cultures
• Proficiency supporting policy, risk, or independence processes in a professional services or public accounting setting.
• Exposure to audit platforms, technology tools, and data-driven analysis.
• Proactive personality willing to take initiative, drive projects forward, and work with minimal supervision

 

 

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $156,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

 

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

 

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

 

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan ,  Reconciliation Action Plan and the  BlackNorth Initiative .

 

We encourage you to connect with us at  View email address on careers.deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or  View email address on careers.deloitte.ca for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

 

When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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