Company: CGIC
Department: CFIS Compliance
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid
Language: This role operates in English.
Additional Information: This role is currently vacant

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

As the Manager, CFIS Compliance, you will lead and develop the CFIS Compliance Tier II team along with the Mutual Funds Registration team. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to CFIS Compliance leadership discussions, participate in strategic planning, and ensure effective execution of the CFIS compliance vision.

You will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and CFIS Operations, fostering strong relationships that support a robust compliance culture. Drawing on your deep expertise in CIRO rules and policies, registration requirements, and compliance best practices, you will provide oversight and guidance on day‑to‑day compliance and supervisory matters.

How you will create impact:

• Leading the development and execution of regulatory changes initiatives and other CFIS projects.
• Advising on and maintaining CFIS policies, procedures, and compliance manual
• Providing backup support for team members during vacations, leaves, or peak workloads to ensure smooth business operations.
• Building strong relationships across CFIS Compliance, the CCO, Operations, Legal, and other key partners.
• Providing leadership to Compliance team on day-to-day matters and long‑term projects, including regulatory changes.
• Contributing to strategic planning, execution, and departmental goal‑setting.
• Setting team strategy, hiring talent, and participating in the annual budget process.
• Leading strategic planning for the Registrations and Tier II Compliance teams.
• Preparing CFIS board materials and serving as an active member of the CFIS management team.
• Coaching, developing, and guiding direct reports.
• Ensuring delivery of the annual operating plan and alignment with corporate objectives.
• Developing the strategy for CFIS’s Continuing Education program for registrants, advisor training, and communication.
• Creating strategic alliances with internal and external stakeholders.
• Representing and advocating for CFIS within and outside the organization

How you will succeed:

• You build trusting relationships and provide feedback to enable the successful development of your team and colleagues.
• You foster innovation and continuous improvement with a focus on client experience.
• You facilitate the adoption of change and create a high-performance culture through alignment of your team’s work with organizational goals.
• You successfully convey messages and demonstrate openness to exploring alternative points of view.
• You use critical thinking to guide decision making and apply a strategic mindset to adjust business plans based on shifting priorities.

To join our team:

• You have completed a post-secondary education in a related discipline such as Business, Law, Finance, or a related field.You are mutual fund licensed and have successfully completed at least one of the Branch Managers’ courses (BME/BCO) or are working towards this.
• You are mutual fund licensed and have successfully completed at least one of the Branch Managers’ courses (BME/BCO) or are working towards this.
• You have in-depth knowledge and hands-on professional working experience with CIRO regulations, branch management, and compliance practices for branch review teams and Tier 1 branch compliance managers.
• Completion of CSC is considered an asset.
• Bilingual in English and French) is an asset.
• You bring 6-9 years of professional experience in compliance, along with people leadership experience.
• You have expert knowledge of mutual funds dealer regulatory requirements, registrations, industry changes, and compliance trends.

What you need to know:

• You will be in direct contact with clients and service providers.
• From time to time, you may be backfilling for this team, as required.
• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.
• Extended work hours (including evenings and weekends) may be required.
• You have a valid driver’s license and insurance and have your own vehicle or have access to one.

What’s in it for you?

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
• Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
• In addition to our competitive salary and incentive programs, eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (e.g., health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program.

Salary information​

Expected salary/hourly range $91,058 - $141,000+” ​

The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Co-operators in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.​​

Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.

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