Senior Compliance Officer

Embark

  • Mississauga, ON
  • $65,000-75,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Senior Compliance OfficerDepartment: AssuranceEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Head OfficeReporting To: Director, Corporate ComplianceCompensation: $65,000 - $75,000 / yearDescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated Senior Compliance Officer with 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a Fintech environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across the organization. You will play a critical role in maintaining the company's integrity and reputation while working closely with business leaders to ensure compliance in all aspects of our operations. Experience navigating organizational transformation is a significant asset.Skills, Knowledge and Expertise· Review and update compliance policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risk and maintain the company's commitment to best practices.· Identify, assess, and manage compliance risks within operational processes and provide recommendations to senior management on risk mitigation strategies.· Support and provide compliance insights during organizational transformation initiatives, ensuring that new processes or business models remain compliant.· Provide regular compliance reports to senior leadership, highlighting key risks and areas of concern.· Continually assess current processes and recommend appropriate enhancements to improve or adapt to changing business or regulatory requirements.· Respond to assigned customer complaints.· Review of proposed marketing initiatives for adherence to regulatory and Compliance policies.· Act collaboratively with other business units to render a compliance service that supports the development of good quality business practices, and which protects and enhances the Embark Student Corp. brand.· Perform ad-hoc and planned topic targeted reviewed to monitor and test Embark's adherence to regulatory requirements.· Assist in administration of Embark's AML program.· Work collaboratively with all Compliance Services peers and assist in the execution of their mandates were needed.Desired Skills & ExperienceIf you can answer “YES” to the following questions, you may be the person we are looking for:· Do you have 3-5 years of experience in a compliance role within a Fintech, banking, or financial services environment, with a strong understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks (National Policy, FINTRAC, AML, PIPEDA)?· Can you demonstrate experience supporting compliance through organizational transformation, including the integration of new systems, processes, or business models?· Do you possess exceptional analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and ability to identify potential compliance risks.· Do you have strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex regulatory requirements to non-compliance staff and senior management?· Are you a strong critical thinker with the ability to solve compliance-related challenges in a fast-paced, evolving environment?· Have you successfully completed or are registered in the Canadian Investment Funds Course?· Do you have at least three years experience of investigating and formally responding to customer complaints?· Are you well-organized and detail-oriented, with the solid record-keeping skills needed to work with our internal systems and processes?· Do you have strong analytical skills and an eye for detail?· Do you desire to work in a team environment, in multiple capacities?· Do you also possess the following skills?o Industry awarenesso Numerical skillso Planning and organizational skillso Ability to understand broader business issueso Communication and presentation skillsWhy Join Us
  • Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and experimentation.
  • Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development and learning opportunities to advance your career.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work in a collaborative, supportive environment that encourages idea sharing and teamwork.
  • Impactful Work: Play a significant role in driving our digital success and achieving business goals.

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