Senior Policy Counsel

As a self‑regulatory organization, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) is committed to setting high regulatory standards for the investment industry, safeguarding investors, and supporting the integrity of Canada’s capital markets.
Reporting to the Director, Market Regulation Policy, the Senior Policy Counsel is a member of the Market Regulation Policy Team. The Senior Policy Counsel will contribute to the development and implementation of CIRO's market integrity rules and will play a key part in CIRO's leadership role in the area of Canadian market structure.
Core Responsibilities
Develop and draft new and revised policy based on thorough research, analysis and consultation focused on market integrity matters
Liaise with the Canadian Securities Administrators in regards to ongoing policy initiatives, rules development and regulatory approvals of CIRO rule amendments
Review, research and analyze domestic and international market structure developments, including changes in the operations of Canadian marketplaces
Represent CIRO at various events, including participation in advisory committee meetings, as well as in meetings with other internal/external stakeholders and other securities regulators
Provide support to other CIRO divisions in a time‑effective manner, including Surveillance, Trading Conduct Compliance, Trading Review and Analysis, Investigations and Enforcement
Assist in the administration of exemptions and interpretations of UMIR to participants in a time‑effective manner
Education & Experience
Law Degree
Member, in good standing, of the Bar in one or more Canadian jurisdictions
5–10 years’ experience in private practice or in a regulatory or in‑house position focusing on securities‑related issues
Experience with policy development and implementation
Experience in leading projects
Completion of one or more of the Canadian Securities Course, Partners, Directors and Senior Officers Course, and Trader Training Course would be an asset
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong writing, analytical and communication skills
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail
Thought leadership
Extensive knowledge of market structure and marketplace operations
Knowledge of international markets, especially the U.S.
Strong knowledge of:
trading practices of the securities industry, including equity, debt and derivatives markets
Universal Market Integrity Rules and CIRO Dealer Member Rules
applicable securities legislation
corporate legislation
Benefits
Competitive base salary in alignment with market
Salary range: $137,000 – $147,000
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
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EEO StatementCIRO 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.
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