Compliance & Ethics, Summer Student

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Summer 2025 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: May 5, 2025

Term End: August 22, 2025

As of October 15, 2024 Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

The Compliance & Ethics (C&E) group at Loblaw is passionate about enabling growth and excellence by doing the right thing. We are an essential component of the business, and work with the various departments across Loblaw Companies Limited and its affiliates to weigh in on compliance & ethics matters so that the business can meet its objectives. We ensure that ethical behaviors are defined, and that conduct is in line with expectations.

We are a unique and collaborative department that is responsible for overseeing a large scope of regulatory compliance areas, including, but not limited to: Food and Product Safety, Privacy, Environment, Pharmacy, Occupational Health & Safety, Liquor, Alcohol, Tobacco, Cannabis, Transportation, Payroll, etc. C&E also manages the whistleblower (integrity action line) and further champions ethics through coordinating activities amongst other programs such as fraud and anti-bribery.

The Opportunity:

Working closely with the Compliance & Ethics team members, you will gain hands-on project experience working with experienced professionals.

You will learn about the key elements of a best-in-class compliance program as we design, review, assess, test, and operationalize regulatory compliance programs and support their implementation across Loblaw Companies Limited and its affiliates.

During your internship, you will get a realistic job preview and a glimpse of opportunities for your professional growth and development within Loblaw. This role is an ideal pathway for students interested in pursuing a career in compliance, audit, legal, consulting, advisory and risk management with a large complex organization.

The Role:

• Supporting the team in the day-to-day management of multiple projects
• Supporting the team in collecting data from the business, and in conducting research, analysis, and benchmarking exercises to prepare engaging project deliverables (PowerPoint reports, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Participating in discussions with the business, and assisting with the development of standardized framework and playbooks to guide compliance programs and the business
• Contributing to further developing the department’s ‘Toolkit’ of resources and managing departmental records

Competencies:

• Currently enrolled in a university degree program (we will be considering candidates from a spectrum of programs such as business, commerce, science, engineering, arts, etc.)
• Previous work experience is preferred (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs)
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills; an ability to think broadly and to ask questions about data, facts, and other information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion and exceptional desire to make an impact on the business and community
• A positive attitude, a desire to learn, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves to get work done, either independently or as part of a team
• Highly proficient with using the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Please provide a copy of your latest transcripts with your application

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.