Regulatory Compliance Officer

Job Description

Regulatory Compliance Officer

* 12 months contract role *

Build the future with us

Are you motivated by regulatory compliance, sound risk management and the opportunity to help clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Regulatory Compliance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting dealer teams, interpreting regulatory requirements and guiding business partners on complex matters that require practical, well-reasoned advice.

This opportunity will allow you to leverage your regulatory expertise, judgment and collaborative approach within an organization where people, trust and responsible business practices are central to how we work.

What you will accomplish with us

As a Regulatory Compliance Officer, you will be at the heart of our regulatory compliance activities.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Regulatory Support:
  • Act as an advanced expert to address internal issues raised by other departments.
  • Interpret business issues to recommend practices that are aligned with current and upcoming regulatory and legislative standards.
  • Guide different departments towards an autonomous approach in solving complex problems.
  • Offer personalized recommendations while positively influencing the achievement of corporate objectives.
• Regulatory Project:
  • Project Responsibility: Lead certain important projects assigned to the regulatory compliance team and involve necessary partners.
  • Policy and Procedure Improvement and Drafting: Improve and draft policies, procedures, and memos.
  • Training Development: Use advanced knowledge and expertise to develop training for employees based on the organization’s business issues.
  • Continuous Improvement: Participate in the continuous improvement of processes and practices.

Personal Information Protection:

• Investigate privacy incidents and lead follow‑up meetings.
• Complete incident reports.
• Advise teams on personal information protection issues and draft quarterly and annual reports.

Anti‑Money Laundering:

• Conduct complex investigations into anti‑money laundering and terrorist financing activities.
• Investigate politically exposed persons and maintain the AML & PEP register.
• Participate in internal audits and AML training management.

Referral and Distribution Agreements:

• Analyze and review requests and agreements.
• Maintain agreement records and respond to annual questionnaires.

Service Agreements:

• Analyze and review service agreements, and participate in annual meetings.
• Negotiate clauses with third parties and maintain records.

What could accelerate your success in this role

• You have 5 to 7 years of experience in the financial services industry, regulatory compliance, legal affairs or another relevant field.
• You have strong knowledge of regulatory compliance in the financial services industry and understand how to translate regulatory expectations into practical business guidance.
• You are recognized for your analytical skills, sound judgment, rigour and ability to resolve complex issues.
• You are comfortable coordinating stakeholders, influencing partners and working with multidisciplinary teams.
• You are able to explain complex regulatory and legislative concepts clearly to various audiences.
• You have experience contributing to projects, policies, procedures, training initiatives or continuous improvement activities.
• You hold a bachelor’s degree in law or in a discipline relevant to the role, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• A professional designation is considered an asset, such as lawyer, accountant or another relevant designation.

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
• Competitive benefits : Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, discounts on iA products, and much more!

Location(s)

Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)

Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company

Investia Financial Services Inc.

Posting End Date

2026-08-31

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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