Policy Advisor

Reporting to the Director, Financial and Operations Policy, the Policy Advisor is a member of the Member Regulation Policy Team (MRP) and is responsible for the development, drafting, review and approval of policy applicable to both investment dealers and mutual fund dealers. The Policy Advisor also participates in the other operational and day-to-day work of MRP.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and draft rules and guidance related to financial and operational requirements applicable to Dealer Members
• Work in collaboration with other internal staff and external stakeholders as required to obtain approval of proposed Dealer Member regulation policy initiatives
• Provide support to advisory committees by preparing meeting materials and presenting policy initiatives to the committees
• Support and represent the organization externally, provide interpretation of rules applicable to Dealer Members, and conduct presentations to others (e.g., other regulatory staff, Dealer Members and other applicable stakeholders) on various matters of interest to the investment industry

Key Skills and Competencies

Must-haves

• University degree in law, business, finance or equivalent
• Professional designation in field of specialization (i.e. holds Chartered Professional Accountant designation, or is a Chartered Financial Analyst, or holds an equivalent professional designation)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in securities regulation, including all aspects of regulatory policy development

Nice to Haves

• Keen interest in policy development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including research and drafting skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft products such as Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time appropriately
• Knowledge of investment dealer or mutual fund dealer rules and guidance
• Understanding of the structure of the investment industry and applicable legislation, Dealer Member compliance issues, and current policy issues affecting the investment industry would be an asset
• Knowledge of the investment industry regulatory regime in other countries would be an asset
• Bilingual (English and French), a strong asset
• Dealer financial and operational knowledge and experience
• Experience in regulatory policy development

What we offer

• Competitive base salary in alignment with market
• Performance based bonus *
• Hybrid work environment
• Employer paid Health Benefits and Spending Account that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs as of day one
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment *
• Paid flex days and sick days *
• Vacation days
• Maternity Leave Of Absence/Paternity Leave Of Absence top up *
• Paid continuous learning and continuing development including designations
• Asterisked offerings are not applicable to contracts

Why the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO)

Our purpose and our impact

With offices across Canada - from Vancouver to Montreal, our mission is to promote healthy capital markets by regulating fairly and effectively so that investors are protected and confident investing in their futures. As regulators, we understand that we are all investors, and therefore a career with us is a purposeful career: protecting our future.

Culture and Working Environment

Life at CIRO is purpose and performance- driven. We foster an inclusive culture where teamwork, a forward-thinking attitude, and integrity are at the core of everything we do. This creates an environment where employees thrive, grow, and are empowered to learn and contribute their best.

Joining CIRO means becoming part of a dynamic and transparent organization that values accountability and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory oversight in the financial industry.

Looking for a career where you can safeguard the integrity of Canadian markets? Join CIRO and be part of the team that secures our financial future.

At CIRO, you’ll be part of an organization driven by Pride in Excellence, a strong Focus on Well‑being, and A Shared Purpose that connects our people to meaningful work. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where you can grow and make an impact. Learn more about what it’s like to build your career at CIRO by exploring our Careers page:

Our Commitment

CIRO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CIRO will provide accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process across Canada. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to providing accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation.

Our Recruitment Process

• This posting reflects an active vacancy on our team
• We use automated (AI) tools to assist with candidate sourcing and communications. Applications are reviewed by our hiring team and hiring decisions are made by people.
• This role has a hiring range of $108,000 - $133,500 with the placement and offered salary being based on knowledge, skills, education/training and experience, as well as external market conditions and internal equity.

While we appreciate receiving applications, only those applicants who closely meet the position requirements will be contacted. #Hiring