Bilingual Senior Compliance Specialist

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Location: Montreal or Winnipeg IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $271 billion in assets. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. Division: IGM Legal & Compliance Founded in 1926, Investors Group is a key part of IGM's business model, providing comprehensive wealth‑management services to Canadian financial advisors and their clients. Investors Group is recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and a Best Diversity Employer, aiming to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals. Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues. Our values are: Be better, Be accountable, Be a team. IG Wealth Management is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates representing diversity across Canada, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. Department Summary The mandate of the Compliance Department is to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements affecting investment dealers, including rules, policies and by‑laws of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), provincial securities commissions, insurance commissions/councils and other regulators. The Department works closely with Distribution Leadership and other management to develop appropriate corporate policies, identify and promote good business practices, execute business review programmes to monitor sales practices, manage client complaint resolution processes and conduct branch examination programmes. Position Summary The Senior Compliance Specialist is responsible for the oversight of the advisor’s business activities and executing various compliance programmes such as reviews of insurance business practice and implementing supervisory programmes. Work involves conducting analysis of various sources of information including file documentation, reports, audit procedures and interviews to identify trends or issues. The Senior Compliance Specialist is responsible for identifying appropriate corrective actions, communicating recommendations to affected parties and following up to ensure that corrective actions are effectively implemented and well documented. Duties Include Provide oversight of advisors’ practices, with an emphasis on the supervision of insurance, financial planning, mortgage and banking solutions. Offer guidance and direction to field teams, including recommendations for remedial actions through meetings, conference calls, training sessions and exception approvals to address identified deficiencies. Prepare and distribute management reports on completed programmes to senior management, field directors and regulators, while monitoring the progress of corrective actions. Review policies and procedures to identify gaps, assess effectiveness and recommend enhancements to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency. Mentor and support junior staff in managing complex, sensitive or escalated cases, providing direction on appropriate corrective measures. Qualifications Minimum of five years’ experience in a financial services environment, preferably with relevant licensing experience in the insurance, investment or compliance sectors. Post‑secondary degree in a relevant business discipline. Completion or commitment to complete the Life License Qualification Programme (LLQP) within a specified timeframe. CFP designation or Qc Pl. Fin licence considered an asset. In‑depth knowledge of financial planning strategies. Strong understanding of the financial services industry and regulatory requirements set by Insurance Councils, CIRO and other regulatory bodies. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with AI tools. Fluency in French (speaking, reading, writing) and strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Comfortable with public speaking and delivering presentations to large audiences. Benefits Competitive base salary, performance‑weighted bonus, education/career support and option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching. Competitive health and dental coverage, flexible plans for you and your family. Voluntary Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Employer‑sponsored short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. Paid volunteer days, competitive time off including 10 wellness days, WorkPerks discount programme, hybrid and flexible work arrangements. Inclusive culture and diversity: living our core values and engaging with community through Business Resource Groups. How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to https://www.ig.ca/en/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest in IG Wealth Management; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior levelEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Finance and Sales #J-18808-Ljbffr