Strategic Operations Manager, Investment Funds

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Senior Manager, Investment Operations and Compliance. This position will be responsible for leading the operations function in supporting OPG's Fund Management Group, which oversees a portfolio of over $46 billion across the OPG pension fund and nuclear segregated funds.

• Lead the operations function in supporting OPG's Fund Management Group, including the development of Fund Management staff and promoting an environment of engagement, continuous learning, and growth.
• Work closely with Fund Management's Managing Directors and OPG's Chief Investment Officer to develop and implement the operational due diligence program relevant for each aspect of the Funds' investment program.
• Manage internal relationships with various business unit leaders, including Legal, Tax, Human Resources, Business Planning and Management Reporting, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Secretariat, and Enterprise Risk, to supply and receive information and data related to the operations, compliance, and financial accounting with respect to the Funds.
• Work closely with key investment managers and service providers to carry out operational, compliance, and operational due diligence activities for the Funds.
• Ensure all activities engaged by the Funds are properly recorded and reported by the custodian.
• Develop and maintain Fund Management's document retention framework and processes.
• Lead and oversee all aspects of annual audits carried out in connection with the Funds' financial or operational activities.
• Maintain the Fund's policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on the Fund's compliance with all applicable legislation and Fund level policies.
• Establish internal reporting deadlines for all Committee and Board reporting, obtaining submissions from external and internal subject matter experts, and coordinate distribution with Fund Management's administrative staff.
• Prepare Fund level operational, financial, or compliance information necessary for all regular Committee and Board reporting.
• Manage relationship and continually assess performance of custodial and performance analytics services provided by the Fund's custodian and performance provider.
• Assist Corporate Accounting/External Reporting with the preparation and review of the Funds' financial statements and related material disclosed or otherwise included in OPG's financial statements.
• Lead and coordinate all necessary internal certification over financial records on behalf of Fund Management.
• Act as the primary liaison between Fund Management and internal service providers, including Corporate Accounting, Human Resources, Legal, Nuclear Waste Management Division, Risk Services, and Taxation, on Fund level operational, financial, and compliance functions.
• Manage the cash flow and liquidity needs of the Funds' financial activities.
• Oversee the payables/receivables functions in connection with the Funds' financial activities.
• Ensure suitable internal controls are established, maintained, and improved in order to ensure integrity of the Funds' financial systems and safeguard the Funds' financial assets.
• Develop and maintain Fund Management's disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an operational due diligence program relevant for the Funds' investment activities based on a risk-based framework and consistent with best practices amongst the Funds' peers.
• Review investment mandate contractual terms and reporting prior to execution for consistency with other investments and asset classes, overall expense analysis, financial statement review, sufficiency of financial and tax reporting, investment transparency, governance, and liquidation provisions.
• Manage Fund Management's core IT systems and related service providers.
• Develop annual budget and maintain budget process for Fund Management, and for the Funds.
• Develop and maintain desktop procedures specifying the procedures carried out by the Fund Management operations group.
• Continuously seek out and implement methods to develop operational and compliance synergies between the Funds.
• Keep abreast of changes and developments in the industry as it relates to operations, compliance, financial accounting, and investments.
• Support the Managing Director, Portfolio Strategy and Investment Risk in the achievement of his/her objectives.
• Manage, train, and oversee operations staff.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Chartered Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or MBA considered an asset.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in fund management operations, financial services, or related industry.
• Experience in managing operational due diligence, financial audits, and compliance programs.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with experience in managing and developing teams.
• Excellent understanding of financial operations, compliance, and risk management principles.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency in using financial systems and IT platforms relevant to fund management operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strategic thinking and ability to contribute to the development and implementation of operational strategies.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and ability to drive operational efficiencies.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and inclusive approach to leadership.
• Resilience and adaptability to navigate through challenges and complexities.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of engagement, growth, and continuous learning within the team.

As Ontario's largest clean energy generator, we're building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don't change:

• Safety – it's our business
• Integrity – always lead with integrity
• Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
• Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
• Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG's clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity, and inclusion.