Bilingual Senior Compliance Specialist

Join to apply for the Bilingual Senior Compliance Specialist role at IG Wealth Management . 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. 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. With a vision to inspire financial confidence, Investors Group is recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and Best Diversity Employers. Our hybrid work environment allows you to spend three days a week in the office, collaborating with colleagues. Our values: Be better; Be accountable; Be a team. Department Summary The Compliance Department ensures compliance with regulatory requirements affecting investment dealers, including rules and policies of CIRO, provincial securities commissions, insurance commissions/councils, and other regulators. The department works closely with Distribution Leadership and management to develop corporate policies, identify business practices, execute review programs, manage client complaints, and conduct branch examinations. Position Summary The Senior Compliance Specialist oversees advisors’ business activities and executes compliance programs such as reviews of insurance business practices and supervisory programs. The role includes analysis of documentation, reports, audit procedures, and interviews to identify trends or issues, recommending corrective actions, and ensuring implementation. Duties Include Provide oversight of advisors’ practices, especially insurance, financial planning, mortgage, and banking solutions. Offer guidance and direction to field teams, including remedial actions through meetings, training sessions, and exception approvals. Prepare and distribute management reports on completed programs to senior management, field directors, and regulators. Review policies and procedures to identify gaps, assess effectiveness, and recommend enhancements for compliance and efficiency. Mentor and support junior staff in managing complex or escalated cases. Qualifications Minimum five years of experience in a financial services environment, preferably with licensing in insurance, investment, or compliance. Post‑secondary degree in a relevant business discipline. Completion or commitment to complete the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) within a specified timeframe. CFP designation or Qc Pl. Fin license is an asset. In‑depth knowledge of financial planning strategies. Strong understanding of industry regulatory requirements from Insurance Councils, CIRO, and other bodies. Proficiency with MS Office and comfort using AI tools. Fluency in French (speaking, reading, writing) and strong verbal & written communication in English. Comfortable with public speaking and presenting to large audiences. Benefits Competitive base salary, performance‑weighted bonus, education/career support, employee share purchase plan. Health and dental coverage, flexible plans. Voluntary Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Employer‑sponsored short‑term and long‑term disability. Paid volunteer days, wellness days, hybrid & flex work arrangements. Inclusive culture and diversity initiatives. The expected annual base salary range is $56,000 – $80,000, based on skills, knowledge, experience and geographic location. Eligible for annual short‑term incentive, health and well‑being benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, and career development. IGM is a diverse workplace committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates across Canada, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender‑diverse and neurodiverse individuals. IG is an accessible employer committed to a barrier‑free recruitment experience. If you require accommodation or information in an alternate format, please contact the Talent Acquisition team. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing qualifications and experience to We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance and Sales #J-18808-Ljbffr